The GOODS from Odd Society Spirits
Vancouver, BC | Odd Society Spirits presents one, possibly two rare opportunities suited for an individual(s) with a unique set of skills and a penchant for the unusual.
This East Van distillery is on the hunt for someone to be an ambassador for the brand and to direct the cocktail program at the distillery’s lounge. The position requires an efficient, outgoing and creative individual with strong ties to the bartending community to oversee licensee sales within Vancouver, facilitate educational opportunities for clients, and be a spokesperson for the brand at the distillery and at special events. Additionally, the ideal candidate will oversee the distillery’s onsite beverage program, developing recipes and maintaining a high standard of execution and service.
Like their spirits, this person is unique and experimental, but dedicated to craft and well-versed in tradition. They will act as an extension of the Odd Society, fulfilling dual roles including sales representative and lead bartender. This is an uncommon position perfect for someone looking to transition within the industry. Currently this is one full-time position but splitting it into two part-time positions (Brand Ambassador and Lead Bartender) may be considered for two fitting candidates.
In addition to the unique skills required, only candidates with a drivers licence and access to a vehicle will be considered. Please email your cover letter and resume to miriam [at] oddsocietyspirits.com.
Objectives:
Brand Ambassador
– Facilitate branded placement in restaurants & bars – merchandise/special events
– Educate clients and their teams through tastings, special events, and recipes etc.
– Oversee licensee sales in Vancouver (LRS stores, restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs)
– Assist with maintenance, follow-up and tracking of sales
Lead Bartender
– Develop proprietary recipes and brand specials for bars and restaurants cocktail creation, bar tending, & inventory
– Effectively manage approved budgets and schedules
– Train and oversee the distillery’s small bar team
– Measure and evaluate brand and market performance
The Brand Ambassador & Lead Bartender Compensation:
– Competitive salary
– Commission sales
– Expenses including gas allowance and more.
DETAILS
1725 Powell Street | Vancouver, BC | V5L 1H6
Telephone: 604-559-6745
Web: www.oddsocietyspirits.com | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
The tasting lounge is open: Thursday, 1PM through 7PM; Friday and Saturday, 1PM through 9PM; and Sunday, 1PM through 6PM. Tours of the distillery are offered every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 4PM.
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The Team
Gordon Glanz, Founder & Distiller
Miriam Karp, General Manager
Joshua Beach, Production Manager & Distiller
About Odd Society Spirits
Odd Society is a small-batch craft distillery in the heart of East Van. Housed in a converted motorcycle garage on Powell Street, Odd Society Spirits is well situated in a happening craft liquor community, with neighbours including Powell Street Brewery, Parallel 49 Brewing Company, Storm Brewing, Coal Harbour Brewing and Bomber Brewing. The area is also quickly becoming a hot dining destination with popular restaurants Bistro Wagon Rouge and Kessel & March popping up just steps away from the distillery. Dedicated to combining old world distilling traditions with new world ingredients and ingenuity, Odd Society Spirits has created a family of spirits that entice and intrigue.
Founder and Distiller Gordon Glanz holds an MSc in brewing and distilling from Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland where he experimented with distilling whiskey using raw grains and commercial enzymes before studying under the masters at Springbank distillery in Campbeltown.
Now back in his home town, Gordon is applying his penchant for experimentation and knowledge of tradition within the Odd Society, which he operates alongside his wife and partner, Miriam Karp, and good friend Joshua Beach.
What’s in a Name? The name ‘Odd Society’ reflects an interest to use their spirits and distillery as a way to bring together a diverse collection of creative and unique people. They wanted to make a home where guests could feel comfortable revealing their inner oddness.
The Odd Society is about experimentation, embracing change and celebrating individual and collective oddities.
This philosophy extends to their ideas about distilling. Just as any successful society is made up of a variety of distinct personalities in concert, they want each of their spirits to create a cast of unforgettable characters. From the subtle and discrete Wallflower Gin to the raw and untamed Mongrel, their family of spirits is meant to celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of the Odd Society community.
Press
Scout Magazine, Andrew Morrison – Awesome Thing We Drank
Vancouver Courier, Cheryl Rossi – Odd Society Sets Up In Brewery District
North Shore News, Tim Pawsey – Small-Batch Distiller Sets Up Shop
Wallpaper Magazine, Hadani Ditmars – Enter The Odd Society
The Vancouver Sun, Randy Shore – Odd Society’s First Product Is A Natural Grain ‘Sipping Vodka’
Beatroute, Sarah Bauer – A Fresh Crop of East Van Craft
Globe and Mail – On The Job With A Vancouver Distiller
PrevailPrevail, Prevail – Inner Spirit
Vitamin V Daily, Maria Tallarico – That’s The Spirit
Montecristo, Kimberly Budziak – Odd Society Spirits’ Crème de Cassis Royal Lineage