Wine Advisor

Save-On-Foods; Penticton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Discounts

Benefits

Wellness program

Education reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Save-On-Foods in Penticton, BC is hiring a Wine Advisor to assist customers with wine selections and tastings, and to provide recommendations for food pairings. You will demonstrate wine products, engage customers, and maintain a well-stocked, appealing department.

The role requires a 19+ age, Serving It Right or willingness to obtain it, and prior retail customer service experience is a plus. Fridays and team discounts are among the perks offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Serving It Right Certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Retail customer service experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with information about wines and recommendations for tastings and food pairings.
• Demonstrate products to engage customers and drive sales.
• Keep the department well stocked and presented; handle inquiries with a positive attitude.
• Assist with general department tasks and ensure a great customer experience.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Sales oriented

Job description

With over 185 stores and nearly 22,000 team members, Save-On-Foods is Western Canada’s largest grocery retail company and a great place to grow your career. Committed to its core values of service, people, innovation, fun and integrity, Save-On-Foods is known for its World Class Team that goes the extra mile for its customers, team members, and communities. A division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., Save-On-Foods is B.C.’s Most Loved Brand and certified a Great Place to Work. **We are hiring for a Wine Advisor at our location in Penticton, BC.** **For this position, you must be 19 years of age or older.** **Open availability is preferred.** **You will be responsible for:*** Providing customers with information about various specially selected wines and making recommendations on tastings and food pairings when required.* Providing demonstrations on various wine products to engage customers.* Going the Extra Mile for our customers and fellow team members.* Ensuring the department is well stocked and presented.* Handling customer service inquiries and providing a positive customer experience.* Using a variety of equipment, including knives. **You have:*** Serving It Right Certification or willingness to obtain it.* A passion for great food and providing outstanding customer service.* A strong work ethic and “let’s get it done” attitude.* Integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to Go the Extra Mile.* Retail customer service experience (considered an asset). **Here are some of the perks we offer:*** Get paid every Friday!* Exclusive team member offers and discounts.* Benefits & pension eligibility.* Wellness and team member assistance program.* Educational reimbursement & scholarship opportunities.* Opportunities to learn and grow. IND2**Compensation Details:**$18.25 - $21.00The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.**Join our Team!**Come be part of an energetic and inclusive team where we work together to have fun and achieve our goals. If you are a positive, customer-focused individual, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!