It's the kind of dream job that rarely gets advertised, but there is an opportunity for a beer expert to work as a town ale taster for 12 months.
The specialist role is needed by Congleton town council in Cheshire as part of its 750th anniversary celebrations. It is seeking someone - male or female - on a voluntary basis for the anniversary year - mostly for ceremonial occasions, CheshireLive reports.
A recruitment advert states: "If you have a passion for pubs, pints and people, Congleton Town Council would love to hear from you.
"The council is on the search for a local townsperson to become Congleton's next Ale Taster. The post has been created as part of a year-long celebration to mark the 750th anniversary of Congleton gaining its first Charter and becoming a Market Town."
The role dates back to Medieval Times when the charter was granted by Henry de Lacey in 1272.
The advertisement added: "Back to present times, the role of Ale Taster has been created as a fun and fitting post to add to the medieval celebrations. The successful candidate will be required to attend the numerous events surrounding Congleton’s 750th celebration.
"This will include the Medieval Festival in Congleton Park on Saturday August 13 and the Medieval Banquet on Friday September 30 at the Town Hall."
Jackie MacArthur, from Congleton Town Council, said: “We would like our ale taster to be passionate about ale and we welcome their ideas on how they would use the role to be an ambassador for Congleton’s brewing activities and our many excellent ale houses.
"Their ability to be able enter into the spirit of the events and engage with the public is the most important part of the role. Applicants from all backgrounds and levels of ale experience are encouraged to apply."
The role is unpaid and voluntary and doesn’t hold any official status or power, but should be a fun experience. A suitable costume will be provided to ensure the Ale Taster is resplendent in medieval finery.
Ale enthusiasts who wish to be considered for the role should fill in the application form.
See www.congleton750.org or email: info@congleton-tc.gov.uk. A shortlist of contenders will be asked to give a one-minute speech on why they should be given the job.
The successful candidate will be unveiled at real ale event in one of the town’s brew houses. Applications close on February 11.
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