Job Overview
Cowichan Kombucha, is a subsidiary of Fire & Fermentation. We are growing, and we’re looking for the right person to grow with us.
This is a unique, hands-on position that combines kombucha production, customer interaction, farmers’ markets and business growth. We’re a small company, so we’re looking for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work and isn’t afraid to jump in wherever needed.
We're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Production Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in quality, and likes being part of a small business where every day is different.
What You’ll Do
Production
- Assist with brewing, flavouring and preparing kombucha for packaging
- Bottle, keg, label and package finished product
- Prepare wholesale and market orders
- Maintain excellent sanitation, organization and food-safety standards
- Follow production procedures carefully and consistently
- Assist with inventory and production organization
Markets & Brand Ambassador Work
- Represent Cowichan Kombucha at farmers’ markets, tastings and special events
- Set up and take down market displays
- Serve samples and talk confidently with customers about our products
- Help customers discover flavours they’ll enjoy
- Create a welcoming, enthusiastic customer experience
- Gather useful customer feedback and observations
Helping Us Grow
- Notice opportunities and bring forward ideas
- Assist with promotions, events and new customer opportunities
- Help us improve systems as the business grows
- Take increasing ownership and responsibility as your skills develop
Who We’re Looking For
You might be a great fit if you are:
- Friendly, confident and comfortable talking with customers
- Hard-working and genuinely enjoy being hands-on
- Independent and able to see what needs doing without constant direction
- Detail-oriented and committed to producing a high-quality product
- Reliable, organized and able to follow established procedures
- Comfortable learning new equipment and processes
- Interested in local food, fermentation, entrepreneurship or small business
- Excited by the idea of helping build a growing Vancouver Island brand
You don’t need previous kombucha or beverage-production experience. Attitude, work ethic, curiosity and the ability to learn are more important to us.
The position does involve physical work, including standing for extended periods and occasionally lifting approximately 40–50 lbs.
A valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation are preferred. Food Safe Level 1 is an asset or willingness to obtain it.
The Opportunity
This isn't necessarily a narrowly defined production job.
As Cowichan Kombucha grows, we expect new opportunities in production, markets, wholesale, sales, marketing and business development. For the right person who demonstrates initiative and capability, there is room for the position to evolve with the company.
We’re looking for someone who wants to contribute—not simply clock in and complete a list of tasks.
If you’re excited about local food, enjoy working with people and like the idea of helping build something from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send us your resume along with a short introduction telling us why this particular opportunity interests you.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief note telling us:
- Why this position interests you.
- What experience you have working with detailed processes or production environments.
- What you enjoy most about working in a small business.
Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Why does this position at Cowichan Kombucha interest you?
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safe Certificate or be willing to obtain it (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
