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We’re seeking a passionate, hands-on Distiller to join our production team in Exshaw, Alberta. Surrounded by the Canadian Rockies, this is an opportunity to work with an established Alberta craft distillery and play a key role in producing the high-quality spirits that define the Park Distillery brand.

Park Distillery is our backcountry lodge-inspired craft distillery in the heart of Downtown Banff. Our spirits are like no other in the world, because there is no other place in the world like Banff. Want to know more? Check us out here: https://parkdistillery.com/.

Distiller

The Distiller will be responsible for day-to-day spirit production, including milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation, maturation, blending, proofing, and quality control. The ideal candidate is technically minded, detail-oriented, and takes pride in producing exceptional spirits while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient production environment.

We Love Perks! This Position Includes:

• Competitive salaries, $200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue
• 50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues
• Learning & Development allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC after 3 months
• RRSP matching program after 3 months
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage after 3 months
• Paid vacation + statutory holidays
• Paid community volunteer time

What You’ll Do:

• Execute daily distillery operations, including milling, mashing, fermentation, and distillation
• Monitor and manage fermentation and distillation processes to ensure consistency and quality
• Conduct quality control testing and maintain accurate production and batch records
• Manage spirit maturation, blending, proofing, and bottling
• Operate, clean, and maintain distillery equipment
• Follow and improve standard operating procedures and production systems
• Assist with new product development and recipe refinement
• Monitor raw materials, spirit inventory, and production yields
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient production facility
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with the distillery and broader Park Distillery team
• Contribute to a culture of craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement

What You Have:

• Previous professional experience in distilling, brewing, fermentation, or spirits production
• Strong understanding of fermentation and distillation principles, with mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production equipment
• Strong attention to detail, quality focus, and genuine passion for the craft spirits process
• Comfortable working independently and within a small, hands-on production team
• Experience with quality control, documentation, and SOPs is an asset; familiarity with Canadian distillery regulations is a plus
• Able to regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (23 kg), and stand/work on your feet for extended periods
• Able to bend, reach, squat, climb stairs, and move throughout the production facility, performing repetitive physical tasks tied to production, cleaning, and material handling
• Comfortable working safely around heat, steam, water, production equipment, cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures
• Committed to maintaining a high level of cleanliness and organization throughout shifts

Banff Hospitality Collective is: https://www.banffcollective.com/

BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.