CAREERS AT WELLINGTON BREWERY
As one of Canada’s original craft brewers, Wellington Brewery is independently owned and deeply rooted in our local community of Guelph, Ontario. Since 1985, we’ve been crafting our award-winning beers with a focus on quality, creativity, and balance. Our growing brewery offers an inclusive work environment that welcomes people from a wide variety of backgrounds. As a company we value creativity and connection, and provide a fun work culture that encourages our staff to learn more about craft beer, participate in workplace activities, and engage with the community at large. We believe in creating delicious and well-balanced craft beers that bring people together. If you share our values and passion for local craft beer we encourage you to join our crew!
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Front of House & Events Representative
Part-time. Contract
Wellington Brewery- Guelph, ON
Wellington Brewery is one of Canada’s original craft breweries known for producing award-winning beers with a focus on quality, sustainability, and creativity. Founded in 1985 in Guelph, we are creatively transforming Ontario’s brewing culture to stand for people and planet. As an independent and locally owned brewery, we take pride in being an engaged member of the community, taking part in countless events and supporting charitable causes that make a difference in our community. We believe that beer is best when it’s fresh and made in our community. We have a fun and inclusive work environment that encourages staff to learn about craft beer through staff samplings and beer events. We also offer some pretty great job perks including after work pints, regularly hosted company gatherings and fun collaborations. We’re seeking Front of House & Events Representatives to join our team. The Front of House & Promotions Rep is responsible for maintaining a welcoming and educational experience in our Retail Store, Taproom, Patio and Event and Market spaces while always providing amazing customer service. The FOH and Event Representative is a key position with the ideal candidate enjoying working as a part of a team, collaborating with others, has a true passion for craft beer and spirits, and is an ambassador of Wellington’s values and brand.
Key Responsibilities
● Responsible for the overall Wellington Brewery experience of all Front of House guests
● Greeting and welcoming each guest and providing an exceptional experience that is both fun and educational
● Leading scripted and fun guided tours
● Confidently providing structured tastings, building customer confidence and offering suggestions
● Assisting with hosting on-site events and private parties
● Accurately process full goods and merchandise sales
● Closely adhering to daily opening and closing procedures
● Assisting with retail, taproom and event store displays and merchandising
● Rotating beer inventory and stock accordingly
● Continual cleaning and maintaining of the retail, event and outdoor spaces
● Actively participating in maintaining an immaculate and fun workspace
● Attending company meetings and training seminars as required
● Packaging online store orders efficiently and correctly
● Serve food and drinks and make recommendations to our amazing customers
● Opening, setup, closing and tear down of offsite large scale event and market booths
● Upkeep of event vehicle (fuel, cleaning, supplies, walkarounds)
● Other duties as requested
Qualifications:
● Must be able available to work on weekends, mornings, evenings and holidays
● Must be smart serve certified (minimum age 18)
● Must have relevant experience- minimum 1 years in hospitality, ideally in Brewery or working with alcohol
● Must be energetic, enthusiastic and excel working in a team environment
● Experience with mobile POS systems and handling cash/credit/debit card transactions
● Excellent verbal communication, problem solving skills and strong ability to multitask
● Passionate about craft beer
● Any level of Prud’homme or Cicerone beer training would be considered an asset
● Events - Valid G license with a clean driving record, a satisfactory driver abstract will be required
Working Conditions
● Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of 25lbs and manipulate kegs up to 150lbs safely
● Able to work in extreme heat and cooler temperatures and around propane heaters
● Ability to carry, move, push and pull heavy items safely
● Able to walk, stand and move around for long periods of time
We appreciate all applications, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please
submit a resume and cover letter to hiring@wellingtonbrewery.ca
All emails shall have the subject line as follows: Front of House & Events Representative.