Mixologist

Wild Life Distillery - Mixologist/Bartender
Location: Canmore, Alberta
Schedule: Full Time (35-40hrs/week)
Wage: $18 Hourly + Tips
Benefits: 2 weeks Accrued Vacation & Access to company benefit plan (health & dental)
Start Date: April 13th, 2026 

Wild Life Distillery is located in Canmore, Alberta and our team is growing! If you wish to join us in connecting the world to craft spirits through authenticity, creativity and good stories, then keep reading. This role is responsible for delivering an exceptional guest experience while showcasing and selling our spirits through cocktails, education, and storytelling.

The successful candidate will help build the WLD brand by creating memorable in-person experiences, executing tastings and activations, and embodying the Wild Life lifestyle in every guest interaction.  

What we believe …

Wild Life Distillery is based in Canmore, Alberta, where prairie grain meets Rocky Mountain water.

We exist to relentlessly craft spirits that deepen mountain life and bring people together in these wild places. We are a craft distillery built on high standards: for our products, our relationships, and our work. We care about holding ourselves accountable, putting the team ahead of the person, and committed to constantly improving. We believe lifestyle matters, and that meaningful work should support a meaningful life, not replace it. We care about holding ourselves accountable, putting the team ahead of the person, and committed to constant improvement .

What you will do ... 

Primary duties include operating a welcoming tasting room and retail space, cocktail preparation and service, retail sales, POS system operation, and opening and closing responsibilities including cash handling and nightly reconciliation.  The role also includes the execution of off-site events throughout the Bow Valley.

Summary of Responsibilities ...

• Act as a customer service expert, sales associate, mixologist, and event facilitator.

• Maintain strong product knowledge, including cocktail menu offerings and ingredients used in all products.

• Foster a positive and fun working environment while providing performance feedback and holding staff accountable on a daily basis.

• Lead by example, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and use positivity to motivate and influence the team.

• Perform guided tastings and provide cocktail education as needed.

• Ensure the bar is fully stocked and prepared to execute cocktail service based on seasonal demand.

• Ensure the tasting room is clean, organized, and prepared for daily service.

• Support the growth of the WLD brand by acting as an ambassador at events.

About you ...

This is an ideal position for a team player who is positive, energetic, and motivated by working in a customer-focused environment. The best fit for this role will have a genuine interest in mixology and working with local craft spirits. If you enjoy craft spirits, interacting with customers—both locals and visitors—and creating memorable guest experiences, this could be a great fit for you.

Qualifications and Required Experience ...

• 2+ years restaurant and/or bartending experience, preferably at a distillery or cocktail bar.
• Valid AGLC ProServe
  
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends. 
• Excellent knowledge of spirits and cocktails (cocktail techniques and classic recipe knowledge is an asset). Do you know how to shake, stir, build? What about syrup construction methods, cordials, acid adjusting, fat washing, flavour balancing? Advanced cocktail technique knowledge is an asset.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a dynamic team.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and must be insurable under the company’s commercial vehicle insurance policy.

Here at Wild Life we are passionate about what we do. We have spent the last 8+ years building our product portfolio, our distillery team, our friendships, and we are beyond excited to see what the future holds for Craft Spirits from Canmore. We look forward to sharing our passion with you. 

Wild Life Distillery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome your application. 

At Wild Life Distillery, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual has unique talents and perspectives, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.  Our commitment to equity means that we recognize and acknowledge the systemic barriers that exist for certain groups within our society. We actively work to reduce these barriers and promote equal access to opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, or ability.

We encourage open communication and feedback from our team members to ensure that we are always making progress in our efforts to create a more equitable and inclusive workplace.  

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.

How to Apply:

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to keith@wildlifedistillery.ca 

To help us learn more about you, in your cover letter please clearly detail the following:

1. Why do you want to be a Mixologist at Wild Life Distillery?
2. What skills, experience and (most importantly) attitude will you bring to enhance the team and enrich our community?
3. Outline your level of familiarity with Wild Life Distillery, craft spirits and mixology in 3-4 sentences.

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