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Drinks industry jobs and career paths

The global drinks industry supports millions of jobs, from casual bartenders to award-winning winemakers. This is an extremely diverse and dynamic industry, and it’s perfect for anyone seeking a rewarding career in the beverage industry. Drinks industry careers fall into three broad categories: commercial roles, service roles and production roles. Follow the links below to learn more about the...

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Winemaker

A winemaker is responsible for turning harvested grapes into finished wines. That may sound pretty straightforward, but winemaking is a highly complex process that requires creativity, adaptability, hard work and scientific rigour. It’s a hands-on role, which is often far less glamorous than you may expect, but it can also be very rewarding.

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Brewer

The craft of brewing is steeped in centuries of tradition. This role encompasses everything from home brewing to overseeing enormous production facilities at global titans like AB InBev, Heineken and Molson Coors.

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Toji (Master Sake Brewer)

A Tōji is a master sake brewer. This deeply respected role blends art, science and intuition, while building upon centuries of Japanese tradition.

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Vineyard manager

A vineyard manager oversees the day-to-day operations and logistics of a vineyard. This is a hands-on role, which requires deep agricultural knowledge, leadership skills and a deep understanding of vine health.