Director of Hospitality

and the job listing Expires on August 21, 2026

Full-Time Job Hospitality, Events & Tourism

Location: Larrikin Bourbon Company – Lawrenceburg, KY

Position Type: Full-Time, Salary Position

Compensation:

• Salary based on experience
• Eligible for annual performance bonus
• Eligible to join company health insurance program at Open Season
• Two (2) weeks paid vacation annually
• Paid sick leave

Larrikin Bourbon Company is seeking a Director of Hospitality & Brand Experience to lead our guest-facing operations and experiences. This position reports directly to the President and Managing Director. The ideal candidate is an energetic leader with a heart for hospitality who thrives working as part of a high-functioning team. This person has a growth mindset and is keen to take initiative, identify opportunities for improvement, and prioritize the well-being of the Larrikin team to ensure the cheeky Larrikin vibe stays strong, day in and out.

We are a small team with big ambitions. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact, shape the guest experience, build a strong team culture, and help drive the next stage of growth for Larrikin Bourbon Company and Koala Bare Gin.

• Hands on lead in tasting room and retail operations.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Establish and maintain exceptional hospitality standards.
• Ensure smooth daily operations that keep the Larrikin vibe across the guest environment.
• Manage inventory, merchandise presentation, and operational procedures.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing hospitality team.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and engaging workplace culture.
• Lead by example and provide hands-on support when needed.

• Serve as a steward of the Larrikin brand and guest experience.
• Work closely with Brand Managers to ensure consistency in how each brand story is projected and told across marketing platforms and in the tasting room.
• Create memorable experiences that drive repeat visitation and word-of-mouth referrals.
• Ensure every guest interaction reflects the personality, values, and energy of the brand.
• Identify opportunities to increase visitation, customer engagement, and brand awareness.

• Drive revenue through exceptional hospitality, team performance, events, partnerships, and community engagement.
• Develop and execute strategies to increase visitation, onsite sales, and overall hospitality revenue.
• Drive visitation and revenue through tour operators, strategic partnerships, and local tourism relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, guest experience, and profitability.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements to enhance results.
• Collaborate with ownership on long-term growth initiatives, market opportunities, and hospitality strategy.
• Help shape the future direction of the hospitality business as Larrikin Bourbon Co. and Koala Bare continue to grow.

• Leadership experience in hospitality, retail, tourism, food and beverage, or customer-facing operations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage day-to-day operations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with a passion for hospitality and service.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.