• Part Time

• Summer

• Food & Beverage

Join Our Team This Summer!

Are you as skilled at mixing spirits as you are with reading a room? Do you thrive behind the bar as much as you do in front of people? Is your talent behind the bar only rivaled by your gift for making people have an unforgettable experience?

You might be who we are looking for!

We’re looking for a charismatic, reliable, and energetic cocktail bartender / server to join our passionate team at the Fernie Distillers this June & Beyond. Whether you’re mixing up a classic gin martini or shaking up one of our signature cocktails, you’ll be the personality that keeps our guests coming back for more. 

This is a job for people who love people and cocktails!

What You’ll Do:

• Serve up drinks with speed, flair, and a smile; even under pressure when busy.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar area; restocking as needed and setting it up well for the next shift.
• Keep an eye on all aspects of the room from the moment people walk in, to the moment they leave; creating experiences for each individual.
• Recommend drinks to customers and give them detailed insight into our spirits; knowledge is essential to our offering. 
• Handle busier nights like a pro and keep the good vibes going; making the customer feel like your number one priority and your team feel supported.
• Make syrups, juices, infusions and garnishes; prep is a big part of everyone’s role and we make a lot of things ourselves!
• Contribute to new menu ideas and cocktail specials incorporating fun flavours and seasonal spirits.
• For the right candidate we are also looking for someone to take on Distillery Tours & Summer Markets; a willingness to learn the whole distilling process is essential.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous bartending is essential; you must be comfortable making multiple styles of cocktails, with a strong knowledge of drink recipes & bar tools.
• A developed taste; able to comment on a range of flavours despite preference.
• Excellent communication and hospitality skills with the ability to make a customer feel comfortable in our space; sharing local knowledge and taking a genuine interest.
• Positive attitude with a team player mentality; you are able to build up and support your team members. There is no role-only job here; every one helps with all aspects. We are a small team where every person matters.
• Availability to work nights, weekends and holidays; with a working visa / residency that is valid until at least October 2026. Flexibility is preferred. We have two roles available:
  • One starting in June with 2 shifts (Friday/Sat)  with the potential of increasing to 3 (Sunday Markets)
  • One starting in July with 2-4 shifts (Thurs/Friday/Sat and  potentially Sunday Markets)
• Housing secured in Fernie.
• Valid Serving it Right Certification.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay + tips
• Fun, fast-paced work environment with a great small team
• Staff discounts
• Opportunities to shape the cocktail menu and develop innovative cocktail recipes
• An awesome job for the summer with the potential to stay on during the winter.

Interview process:

• Screening call (April/May)
• In person interview with practical cocktail skills tested (May)
• Trial shift (Late May – June)
• Role starts June or July dependent on shift pattern

Ready to Join Us?
Apply now by sending your resume to tastingroom@ferniedistillers.com or pop in during our opening hours to introduce yourself to Jade (our bar manager). If you have any questions before applying, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

This job will begin with training in June/July. 

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.