Job Description

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILY at The Old Savannah Distillery

Position Purpose

The Storyteller presents tastings, drinks, cocktail, or food demonstrations to guests. The Storyteller plays a crucial role in ensuring that Old Savannah Distillery (OSD) standards are upheld; the food and drink look good, prepared correctly, proportions and servings are correct, and all items are prepared and served quickly. The Storyteller is a key player in supporting the OSD senior leadership in upholding all brand standards and core values while meeting or exceeding OSD business objectives.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay and paid training: $16 - $18 per hour
• All FT Employees are eligible for paid vacation time, as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
• All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: paid sick time, 401K plan with company matching*, fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Charleston, Key West, Nashville, San Antonio, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, and Washington, DC since 1980!

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*Eligibility requirements may apply

REQUIREMENTS

Essential Functions

• Educate the audience on different liquor and drink types, ingredients, cooking styles, and flavors in front of a live audience while entertaining them.
• Follow the script and stage directions to give an entertaining demonstration from beginning to end. The demonstration may include using audio and video equipment.
• Support and assist in the preparation and design of all demonstrations.
• Maintain the highest standards of brand, local health, safety, food, and drink preparation hygiene requirements.
• Support the team in consistent execution of all systems and processes to consistently deliver all products and services to brand standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently over long periods of time and in groups within the scope of established rules and regulations.
• Must possess strong communication and listening skills, excellent speaking, reading, and writing.
• Comprehend and use technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to media, customers, clients, partners, and other employees of the organization.
• Keen sense of newsworthiness (what makes a story interesting from the audience’s perspective)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the hospitality industry inclusive of restaurant culinary operations.
• Possess all local food & beverage management and safety certifications.
• Multiple language abilities a plus, fluency in English required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Other Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing.
• Have a passion for helping people and making their Savannah experience a memorable one.
• Maintain necessary mandated food and drink certifications. 

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