Event Captain

Event Captain Job description About Iron Fish Distillery Iron Fish Distillery is situated in a growing Northwest Michigan regional hub of agricultural destinations tied to local food, wine, mead and craft brewing producers, attracting people and organizations to the farm, tasting room and centennial barn. Our 2023 significant capital investments have increased production, barrel aging capacity and on-site food and beverage offering capabilities. Iron Fish Distillery is Michigan's first working farm, growing and sourcing local grain to distill a full line of small-batch craft spirits on a reclaimed 1890's farmstead. Iron Fish does this from the ground up with practices that respect the health of nearby watersheds. Inspired by the Steelhead Trout that journey each year to their origin in the nearby Betsie River, Iron Fish is returning spirit to its origin using heritage methods of distilling on an environmentally third party verified farm growing non GMO grain. Every step of the process is done by hand at the distillery. Our Event Facilities include our Barn, Courtyard, StillRoom, East Patio, and HeadWaters Speakeasy Lounge that are all located on our farm, where growing grain and distilling spirit creates the backdrop for guests to enjoy and explore internationally awarded spirits, creatively crafted coupled with tasty cocktails and farm-to-table menu offerings. Our guests experience a warm inviting atmosphere where families, neighbors and friends travel out of their way and return with more friends to be part of the Iron Fish community. Iron Fish is a family owned business that focuses on sustainability, creativity and community. This position is located at Iron Fish Distillery, in Thompsonville, MI on a 120 acre farm. You will work with and be supervised by the Director of Food, Beverage, and Retail Operations .

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking an event captain that is eager to learn about event and venue management. Iron Fish event customer groups include weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, and distillery sponsored events (music performances, vendor markets and sales, food and beverage events, etc.) The Iron Fish Event Captain's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, event set up, onsite staffing, and event tear down. Learning and development opportunities will include, but are not limited to, customer service training/execution, event planning experience/training, involvement in site visits, social media strategy and content creation, and event customer meetings and development of event documentation shared with customers and staff. Supervise and work alongside event staff and ensure they are properly trained and performing their duties Communicate with clients to ensure all details of events are executed properly Set up and break down events, including tables, chairs, linens, and decorations Inspect event spaces to ensure cleanliness and proper setup before events begin Manage and coordinate food and beverage service during events, ensuring all orders are accurate and timely Coordinate tours or classes that occur during events, ensuring all experiences are well executed and timely Handle any issues or concerns that may arise during events, such as equipment malfunctions, added guest requests, concerns or complaints Monitor inventory of event supplies and coordinate orders as needed with the Director of Food, Beverage, and Retail Operations Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times while representing the venue Ensure compliance with venue policies and procedures, as well as health and safety regulations Work closely with other departments, such as kitchen staff, marketing team members, Spirits and Merchandise Manager, tour guides and other event coordinators, to ensure successful events Opportunities Opportunity to work offsite events. Opportunities to bartend/serve at events and as part of retail operations.

Desired Experience/Expertise:

Hardworking/Self Motivated Weekend availability & flexible hours Must be able to work events on the weekends until the end of October with the option of staying on for weekends to assist with events in the winter. Customer Service/Hospitality experience Proficient Google Docs, Google Calendar, and Google Sheets Proficient in Square for Retail/Restaurants Ability to lift, carry, pull or push up to 50 lbs. Ability to follow directions, work independently and on a team Willingness to learn Proactive problem solving skills

Job Types:

Part Time, Full Time, Seasonal Pay:

From $16-$20 per hour Quarterly incentive tied to successful execution of events. Eligibility of tips would be determined based on whether server/bartender role is carried out by Event Captain during the course of any given event.

Expected hours:

20 - 40 per week

Part Time Benefits:

Employee discount

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Night shift Weekends as needed Ability to

Relocate:

Thompsonville, MI 49683: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person