Job Description

About Wooden Walls Distilling

Wooden Walls Distilling is St. John's first craft distillery -- proudly independent and rooted in Newfoundland's tradition of craftsmanship and hospitality.

Our award-winning lineup includes

Evening Tide Vodka

-- crowned World's Best Varietal Vodka at the 2024 World Vodka Awards -- as well as

Walsh's Gin

,

St. John's Southside Citrus Gin

, and

Bonavista Coffee Liqueur

. Each spirit is made with patience, precision, and a deep respect for the craft.

From our 70-seat tasting room to our production floor, we celebrate the art of distilling and the stories that come with every bottle.

We're looking for an

Assistant Distiller

to join our production team -- someone reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn from the ground up while helping produce world-class spirits.

Role Overview

The Assistant Distiller supports all aspects of distillery operations, including fermentation, distillation, filtration, bottling, and cleaning. The role also involves assisting with distillery tours and sharing knowledge about our process and products with visitors.

This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced environment that demands precision, pride in cleanliness, and teamwork. Brewing or distilling education is considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Sanitation

Maintain strict cleanliness standards throughout all production areas. Clean and sanitize fermenters, stills, tanks, hoses, pumps, and floors. Perform clean-in-place (CIP) and sanitation procedures according to schedule. Support waste management and safe chemical handling.

Production Support

Assist in preparing mashes and washes, monitoring fermentation progress. Support vodka, gin, and liqueur distillation runs. Operate filtration systems; assist with proofing, blending, and finishing spirits. Record key production metrics and maintain accurate documentation.

Bottling & Packaging

Help with filling, capping, labeling, and packaging bottles. Conduct visual and quality control checks to ensure consistent presentation.

Tours & Customer Interaction

Assist in hosting or supporting

distillery tours

and tastings. Provide visitors with insight into the production process, ingredients, and craftsmanship behind Wooden Walls spirits. Ensure visitors have a safe, informative, and memorable experience aligned with our brand standards.

Deliveries & Logistics

Assist with local deliveries and pickups --

a vehicle is required.

Help manage raw materials, inventory, and general facility organization. Support event preparation or setup as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle Ability to lift

55+ lbs

safely and repeatedly Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness Comfortable using pumps, valves, and other mechanical equipment Excellent communication and teamwork skills Friendly, approachable attitude when interacting with the public

Assets (Preferred):

Forklift certification or warehouse equipment experience Training or coursework in brewing, distilling, or fermentation science Experience in a distillery, brewery, winery, or food production facility Comfort speaking to small groups or hosting tours
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new systems

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Language:

English (required)
Location:

St. John's, NL (preferred)
Work Location: In person