Local Guide

Local Guide

The Local Brew Company • Ruskin, FL • Full-time & Part-time

A Job That’s Not Just a Job

Many jobs are just jobs.

At The Local Brew Company, being a Local Guide means joining a movement—one that’s redefining hospitality, craft beverages, and career growth.

We’re blending small-batch brewing, craft coffee, fresh food, automation, and robotics into one destination. But our secret ingredient isn’t the tech. It’s people like you—the Guides who create connections, elevate experiences, and shape what a true third place feels like.

Our Mission

At The Local Brew Company, our mission is simple:

Reimagine craft with technology and hospitality that makes every guest feel at home.

Our Values

We don’t hang these on a wall—we live them every day:

• Hospitality First – Guests feel known, remembered, and welcomed.
• Consistency – Fresh, high-quality experiences, every time.
• Curiosity – Always learning: brewing, automation, leadership.
• Team Over Self – We rise together.
• Ownership Mindset – We act like this place is ours—because one day, it could be.

Why this role is a game changer

• Real living wage: $16/hr starting pay.
• Shared upside: All tips (coffee, food, craft beer/wine/seltzer) fuel our Employee Wellness & Growth Fund, used for: goal-based bonuses and recognition, education days and field trips, health & wellness support (including insurance), surprise Blue Sky Days—paid recharge experiences, paid Cicerone and Barista certifications,
• Clear growth path: We always promote from within.

Career Trajectory Potential at The Local Brew Company

• Local Guide (Year 1-2): Guest experience, craft + tech training
• Guide Master (Year 2-4): Shift leader, mentor, advanced brewing/hospitality
• General Manager (Year 4+): Business leadership, operations oversight
• Franchise Partner/Owner: Equity and ownership in future Local Brew locations

A Day in the Life of a Local Guide

• Hospitality Host: Learn guests’ names and stories, remember their favorites, and create connections.
• Craft Beverage Service (21+): Pour small-batch beer, wine, and custom seltzers; mix and bar prep for service; guide guests through our full alcohol and NA lineup.
• Digital Automat Guide: Stock fresh food deliveries, keep equipment pristine, and help guests order with ease.
• Barista Bot Partner: Open, support, and close our AI barista; keep beans, syrups, and milks stocked; ensure smooth service all day.
• Back of House Craft: Learn brewing basics, help with production tasks, and pitch in wherever needed.
• Standards & Safety: Follow SOPs and checklists; maintain food safety, cleanliness, and equipment care.

Who Thrives Here

• Loves people, hospitality, and community.
• Thinks like an owner—leading a toast one moment, cleaning up the bar the next.
• Excited by technology and innovation (no prior experience needed).
• Stays calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Humble and hardworking—can clean up customer messes and bathroom accidents.
• Wants more than “just a job”—wants a career.

Must-Haves

• 21+ years old.
• Able to lift 25+ lbs and stand/walk for a full shift.
• Availability during our hours: 7 days/week, 8am–9pm (to 11pm Fri–Sat).
• Long-term mindset: we’re breaking the quick-service and craft molds, and we want people who’ll break them with us.

Community & Belonging

At The Local Brew Company, belonging isn’t an add-on—it’s the point. Every detail is designed with care, from the way our spaces feel to the way our team works together. We believe in hospitality that includes everyone, creating a place where Guides and guests alike feel welcome, valued, and at home.

Equal Opportunity

We hire for attitude and ownership mentality. We don’t care who you know—we care how you show up. All backgrounds, all walks of life—if you’re ready to learn and ready to serve, you’re welcome here.

How to Apply

Skip the boring cover letter. Instead, tell us:

• A hospitality or service moment that impacted you.
• Your favorite local spot and why.
• One skill you’re excited to learn with us.
• One aspect or part of this job posting that should/could be improved.

Final Word

The Local Brew Company — Fresh, consistent quality. Elevated craft experiences. Human hospitality, amplified by tech.

If you’re ready to help rewrite the craft beverage playbook, this is your invitation. Let’s build something extraordinary—together.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person