• Bar Lead - Georges Bar

    Brown-Forman (Louisville, KY)


    Meaningful Work From Day One:

    The Bar Lead at Old Forester Distilling Co. supports the day-to-day operation of George’s Bar, which is located inside our distillery. This role is part of the Old Forester Distilling Co. Homeplace team and will report directly to the Old Forester Distillery Bar Manager.

    What You Can Expect:

    Work with the Bar Manager to complete monthly inventory and assist with pars, ordering, and maintaining product prep pars.

     

    Train staff to provide excellent service to patrons and assist in the creation and training for the cocktail menu.

     

    Provide education and brand training on Old Forester products.

     

    Enforce quality and safety controls in line with OFD policies, including B-F Responsibility initiatives.

     

    Create and maintain SOP's for daily operations in George’s Bar.

     

    Plan and execute promotional events.

     

    Maintain a fun, safe atmosphere in George’s Bar and ensure background music aligns with the Homeplace environment.

     

    Assist with the setup and breakdown of the bar and cash drawer.

     

    Serve as onsite bar leader when the Bar Manager is unavailable.

     

    Support the overall Old Forester Distillery Experience as needed.

    What You Bring to the Table:

    Must be at least 21 years of age.

     

    At least one year of restaurant, bar, or leadership experience.

     

    Proficient computer, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

     

    Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

     

    Ability to diffuse tense situations and resolve conflicts.

     

    Willingness to work during peak hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

     

    Ability to walk, stand, and occasionally carry heavy items in a fast-paced environment.

     

    Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

     

    Creativity to design cocktails.

     

    Personable, hospitable, and professional demeanor.

    What Makes You Unique:

    Strong understanding of B-F culture and the Old Forester Brand.

     

    External whiskey certifications (Stave & Thief, CSS, etc).

     

    Demonstrated knowledge of the history of Old Forester Distilling Co. and the family of products produced.

     

    Demonstrated knowledge of the distillery process operation; maturation procedures and a complete understanding of the entire process of making and aging Old Forester.

     

    Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

     

    Business Area: Global Marketing

     

    Function: Homeplace

    City:

    Louisville

     

    State: Kentucky

     

    Country: USA

     

    Req ID: JR-00008615