Employment Opportunities

Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to build upon existing business in Palo Alto and San Jose.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and develop geographical territory, cultivating relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence
• Develop expertise of Skurnik’s deep portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool to establishing successful sales
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management and Spirits Specialists to facilitate sales opportunities
• Participate in market work assignments with visiting winery and spirits supplier
• Participate in monthly sales meetings
• Participate in various trade and consumer tasting events
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

REPORTS TO

Regional Sales Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior sales experience working in wholesale distribution is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant experience will also be considered.
• High level of expansive wine and spirits knowledge
• Understanding of the wine & spirits marketplace in San Mateo County, including relevant competition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to self-start and work independently
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office
• Must have a current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

COMPENSATION:

Based on experience: $75,000 – $85,000 plus a fine benefits package, including health, dental, flexible spending, and 401K matching. (Eligibility timelines vary). Following the first year, this position transitions to being commission based, with an opportunity for further compensation growth based on sales and other incentive programs.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Erica Skurnik at es@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits is seeking a highly motivated and organized North Bay-based Spirits Specialist to join our team in California. This role is ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for spirits and hospitality. The Spirits Specialist will be responsible for supporting sales efforts and maximizing the distribution and visibility of Skurnik Spirits brands across both on-premise and off-premise accounts throughout Sonoma, Napa, Sacramento, and the Sierra Foothills including Tahoe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support sales representatives in promoting and selling spirits brands
• Deliver spirits samples to accounts
• Execute in-store tastings
• Schedule and lead consumer events in partnership with on and off premise accounts
• Participate in supplier and market work with brand and sales managers
• Assist with research and development for high-touch cocktail programs
• Provide portfolio education to sales representatives and customers
• Conduct staff trainings at account locations
• Manage account relationships through regular in-person visits and virtual communication
• Act as a conduit for the spirits portfolio by communicating messaging, updates and priorities effectively with sales representatives
• Participate in monthly company sales meetings and spirits events
• Complete sales initiatives, goals, and incentive programs
• Track and report on sales activity; analyze data to support decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
  • Alcohol beverage sales
  • Hospitality or bar programs
  • Culinary or tasting room environments
  • Supplier or wholesale distribution
• Strong cocktail knowledge and a genuine passion for hospitality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook)
• Must be based in Sonoma, Napa or Sacramento

COMPENSATION:

Based on experience: $75,000 – $85,000

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Erica Skurnik at es@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits is seeking a highly motivated and organized South Bay-based Spirits Specialist to join our team in California. This role is ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for spirits and hospitality. The Spirits Specialist will be responsible for supporting sales efforts and maximizing the distribution and visibility of Skurnik Spirits brands across both on-premise and off-premise accounts throughout South San Francisco to San Jose and including Santa Cruz, Monterey and Carmel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support sales representatives in promoting and selling spirits brands
• Deliver spirits samples to accounts
• Execute in-store tastings
• Schedule and lead consumer events in partnership with on and off premise accounts
• Participate in supplier and market work with brand and sales managers
• Assist with research and development for high-touch cocktail programs
• Provide portfolio education to sales representatives and customers
• Conduct staff trainings at account locations
• Manage account relationships through regular in-person visits and virtual communication
• Act as a conduit for the spirits portfolio by communicating messaging, updates and priorities effectively with sales representatives
• Participate in monthly company sales meetings and spirits events
• Complete sales initiatives, goals, and incentive programs
• Track and report on sales activity; analyze data to support decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
  • Alcohol beverage sales
  • Hospitality or bar programs
  • Culinary or tasting room environments
  • Supplier or wholesale distribution
• Strong cocktail knowledge and a genuine passion for hospitality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook)Must be based in Sonoma, Napa or Sacramento

COMPENSATION:

Based on experience: $75,000 – $85000

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Erica Skurnik at es@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license
• Availability to obtain a New Jersey Solicitor’s Permit. In order to obtain a Solicitor’s Permit, applicants may not have current financial ties to other 3-party entities in NJ (Retailers/Bars/Restaurants, Distributors, or Producers)

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license
• Availability to obtain a New Jersey Solicitor’s Permit. In order to obtain a Solicitor’s Permit, applicants may not have current financial ties to other 3-party entities in NJ (Retailers/Bars/Restaurants, Distributors, or Producers)

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license
• Availability to obtain a New Jersey Solicitor’s Permit. In order to obtain a Solicitor’s Permit, applicants may not have current financial ties to other 3-party entities in NJ (Retailers/Bars/Restaurants, Distributors, or Producers)

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits is seeking an Assistant Portfolio Manager to support our growing Spirits portfolio(s). This supplier- and customer-facing role suits someone eager to expand category expertise and take on greater responsibility within Team Spirits. The APM will work directly with Spirits team leadership, supporting day-to-day supplier relationships, spearheading the private barrel program, and helping maintain an operational rhythm across Skurnik markets. The right candidate can be in the room with suppliers and customers, speak credibly about our products, and represent the Spirits portfolio and greater Skurnik ethos.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supplier Communication & Relationship Support
  • Participate in supplier meetings alongside the Portfolio Manager, contributing ideas, tracking commitments, and building rapport with supplier partners.
  • Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for Spirits suppliers.
  • Maintain a running log of open supplier requests and follow-ups.
  • Recognize and escalate critical and strategic matters to the Portfolio Manager.
  • Coordinate logistics for supplier visits, calls, and market work.
• Category Development & Customer Engagement
  • Build expertise across the Spirits portfolio(s) through supplier engagement, tastings, internal education, and independent study.
  • Engage customers directly and substantively, representing the portfolio credibly and answering product questions authoritatively.
  • Partner with Sales Ambassadors to reinforce consistent category messaging.
• Private Barrel Program Coordination
  • Manage, track, and expedite end-to-end sample requests, communications, and deliveries to exceed expectations.
• Inbox & Correspondence Management
  • Manage Spirits inboxes daily, responding to inquiries, acknowledging inventory and incoming items, and routing supplier/account requests.
  • Flag recurring or emerging issues to Portfolio Managers.
• Allocations & Offer Coordination
  • Track allocation and inventory requests; liaise with Spirits management.
  • Help build and enter allocations and communicate readiness and launch to relevant team members.
  • Work with Portfolio Managers to build customer-facing offers for Sales Ambassadors, Sales Reps, and Spirits Specialists.
• Market Work & Activation Support
  • Help coordinate market work, activation planning, and execution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1–3 years in spirits, wine, or beverage distribution; supplier- or account-facing experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated spirits category knowledge, enthusiasm for continued learning, and a growth mindset to earn supplier and account trust while expanding responsibilities.
• Strong verbal communication and presence – ability to engage suppliers and customers in substantive, credible conversation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Supplier, customer, and colleague relationship management.
• Proficiency with order management and inventory systems.

COMPENSATION:

Skurnik Wines & Spirits offers a competitive compensation package: an expected first-year salary of $60,000–$65,000, plus a discretionary bonus and competitive benefits. This is an average range for this position; final offers will reflect each candidate’s education, skills, and experience.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Erica Skurnik at es@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Spirits is seeking self-motivated, timely, enthusiastic Spirits professionals to assist with the weekly performance of spirits retail store “In-Store” Tastings, Thursday-Saturday evenings, showcasing a rotating selection of spirits producers from within Skurnik’s market-leading portfolio.

Tasters will pour samples, serve cocktails, educate the public, and engage with retail store staff, with the goal of encouraging sales and building the brands of these independent, craft producers.

HOURS:

Part-Time

• Thursday-Saturday (as available)
• Approximately 4pm-8pm (varies by day and tasting scheduled)
• Tasters will be able to set their availability in advance, and are not required to be available all three days each weekend, but a general availability of at least two days the majority of weekends is expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed product knowledge and enthusiasm for craft spirits, on par with the standards of the Skurnik Spirits team. Tasters will receive training for the specific products they’re showcasing, but a general background and understanding of the category such as distillation processes, cocktail usage, history and context of categories, etc is essential.
• Maintain a personal supply of samples and tasting materials, coordinating with Tasting Service management as replacements are needed, and performing quarterly inventories.
• Travel within an approximately 45 minute – 1hr radius from the taster’s home to the location for each tasting, arriving in a prepared, timely fashion. Depending on geographic area, this may require a car and valid driver’s license.
• Prepare and serve cocktails which demonstrate featured Spirits in a compelling, approachable format. Fresh ingredients, garnishes, and professional service are essential.
• Pitch and showcase brands and products to the general public, attracting interest from customers, encouraging them to engage with producers in an active fashion, and attracting sales for the retail store.
• Educate shop staff on products and brands shown during the tasting, equipping them with the tools to make future hand-sales to their customers.
• Maintain a supply of branded point-of-sale materials, and present them during tastings. (varies by region)
• Apply and maintain shelf talkers for featured brands before or after the in-store tasting. (varies by region)
• Visually audit and record retail shelves as it pertains to poured/tasted items.
• Promptly fill out a detailed recap form following each tasting.
• Accurately maintain a personal availability calendar for the purposes of bookings.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have:

• Substantial experience and knowledge regarding craft spirits and cocktails. Professional experience in Spirits Retail a major plus.
• Strong extemporaneous communication skills
• Residence within the area of coverage
• [Varies by region] Car & valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

• $150/tasting, plus $25 for prep and materials
• $50/hr for required training
• $50/hr rate for additional travel beyond 45 minute / 1.5hr total travel radius.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to Rory Holt at rholt@skurnik.com.