Ask the Collective
The questions independent drinks founders ask most — answered. Distilled from years of community knowledge so the good stuff never disappears in the feed again.
What are the current challenges in recruiting administrative and office staff for drinks businesses?
Members are reporting significant difficulty finding suitable administrative and office personnel, even for well-paid roles. One member posted to Fish-4-Jobs and Reed simultaneously and received 10 applicants over three weeks, but none were suitable—notably, 6 of the applicants were from overseas. The member noted this was the most challenging recruitment experience they'd had in the industry, questioning whether COVID-related factors were contributing to the shortage of quality candidates for administrative positions.
Where can I find reliable freelance in-store tasters for product sampling?
Members recommend contacting educational institutions with hospitality or drinks programmes for access to freelance sampling staff. - **Plumpton College** — has students available for hire as in-store tasters on a freelance basis; contact Paul Harley for inquiries.