Brand Ambassador | Richmond, VA | Part-Time

Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, craft cocktails, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, evolving, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE OFFER

Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.

• Competitive Compensation

• Exceptional Health Benefits

- No Waiting Period to Enroll

- Paid Family Leave

• Flexible Schedules & Generous Paid Time Off

• Ample Product Discounts

• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

WHAT WE DO

Behind every great craft beverage is a dedicated team working tirelessly behind the scenes. Our corporate team handles everything from finance and human resources to marketing and sales, freeing our brewers and cidermakers to focus on what they do best — crafting innovative, high-quality beverages that stand out in the market. With a deep passion for the craft beverage industry and proven expertise, our support team ensures smooth operations and strategic growth, helping us deliver exceptional products to craft enthusiasts everywhere.

Brand Ambassador – Sampling Representative | Richmond, VA | Part-Time

Hourly Rate: $20/HR

The candidate’s mission will be to support the sales efforts for Artisanal Brewing Ventures’ brands. The Brand Ambassador – Sampling Representative will be a part-time ambassador for our beer and our brand at a variety of events, festivals and tastings. The primary duty is to represent our company in a professional, positive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable way.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Engage with customers at events to educate them on our beers and our Company.
• Set-up, break down and clean pouring stations at event site.
• Transport and maintain table display, equipment and materials.
• Pour beers, hand out promotional materials, be able to discuss the beer characteristics.
• Maintain a professional image and demeanor at all times.
• Support Sales staff, as needed.
• Attend brewery training events to stay current with offerings.
• Perform other business related duties as assigned.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Must be 21 years of age, or older.
• High School graduate – college degree is preferred.
• Craft beer industry passion and the appreciation of the culture that goes with it.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly public speaking.
• Have an outgoing, energetic, confident personality.
• Ability to work nights and weekends, along with a flexible work schedule with notice.
• Certified Cicerone or Certified Beer Server is considered a plus.
• Regular visits to bars, restaurants, stores and festivals, some of which may be outdoors.
• A valid state driver’s license is required and must be maintained throughout employment period with Artisanal Brewing Ventures.
• The candidate must fully understand that they are a representative not only of the company, but of the alcohol beverage industry. Associates are to conduct themselves within the limits of the law and with concern to the education of responsible consumption at all times. This includes working hours, trade shows, festivals and while entertaining in the name of the Artisanal Brewing Ventures. Any poor reflection or legal matters that may arise due to poor judgment may be dealt with by termination.

Other Requirements

• Candidate should be able and willing to lift at least 31.5 lbs. from ground level to a shelf 50 inches from the floor. The candidate should also be able to move 165 lbs. of kegged beer from one location to another by sliding it on the floor.
• Selected candidate will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background and driver's license check.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures of the worksite.
• You must be at least 21 years of age.

Disclaimer

This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.