Seasonal Beertender/Tour Guide - Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room

Bend, OR, USA | Hourly | 16-17 per hour Base pay is $16-$17 per hour, plus tips averaging an additional $4-$7 per hour | Seasonal

The Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room is hiring a part-time, seasonal Beertender/Tour Guide to join our team! This role is all about creating unforgettable first impressions-welcoming guests, sharing our story, and delivering exceptional craft beer experiences.

If you're passionate about hospitality, love craft beer, and thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, we'd love to meet you.

Compensation

• $16–$17/hour (DOE)

• Tip pool (averaging an additional $4–$7/hour, depending on season)

Seasonal Details

• Anticipated through September 2026

• End date may adjust based on business needs

What You'll Do

• Create a welcoming, fun, and memorable experience for every guest

• Pour and serve draft beer while showcasing our portfolio

• Lead engaging, informative brewery tours and tastings

• Share the Deschutes Brewery story, culture, and product knowledge

• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting tasting room and entrance

• Stock and merchandise retail products with attention to presentation

• Complete opening and closing duties (cleaning, restocking, cash handling, etc.)

• Ensure smooth and efficient service, including accurate cash handling

• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards

• Serve alcohol responsibly in accordance with laws and company policies

• Perform front desk duties including answering phones, directing calls to appropriate departments, and greeting/checking in guests, vendors, and contractors

• Support a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace

What We're Looking For

• A friendly, outgoing, and team-oriented personality

• Strong communication skills and comfort speaking to groups (up to 20 people)

• Ability to stay calm, energetic, and professional in a busy environment

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and sense of urgency

• Reliable and punctual-consistency is key

• Passion for craft beer and eagerness to learn

• Previous hospitality or customer service experience preferred, but not required

Requirements

• Valid OLCC Server's Permit at time of hire

• Food Handler's Certification (within 30 days of hire)

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Availability for evenings and weekends (required)

Perks & Benefits

• On-demand pay through DailyPay

• 401(k) with 4% company match (immediate vesting)

• Paid sick leave and holidays

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (become a co-owner!)

• Discounts with local businesses

• And of course... free beer (21+)

If you're dependable, enthusiastic, and love creating great experiences for others, come join us.

Apply today and help us pour something memorable.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact [email protected] to discuss your application.