Wine Specialist: Tasting, Education & Guest Experience

JAK's Beer Wine & Spirits; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wages + tips

Professional development

Tasting allowance

Staff discount

Onboarding & training

Knowledge seminars

Medical benefits

Incentives

Job summary

JAK'S Beer Wine & Spirits in Vancouver is seeking a Wine Specialist to live our purpose of sharing our passion for people and spirits. You will greet guests, provide tasting guidance, and help build memorable experiences.

Join a family-owned team with competitive wages, tips, and ongoing professional development. You will stock shelves, assist with orders, and educate guests on wine, beer, cider and spirits, while upholding store presentation and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with a passion for wine and beverages.
• Experience in wine sales or beverage retail preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• WSET certification or equivalent knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product selection and food pairing suggestions.
• Receive orders, unload pallets, stock the sales floor.
• Educate guests about wine, beer, cider and spirits and the story behind each bottle.
• Maintain overall store presentation and cleanliness.
• Process transactions at the cash desk and ensure a top-tier in-store experience.
• Complete warehouse duties (stocking shelves, pallets, and reorganizing areas).

Skills

Customer service

Wine knowledge

Lifting 50lbs

Wine sales experience

Education

WSET2 / WSET3 or equivalent

Job description

JAK'S Beer Wine & Spirits in Vancouver is seeking a Wine Specialist to live our purpose of sharing our passion for people and spirits. You will greet guests, provide tasting guidance, and help build memorable experiences.

Join a family-owned team with competitive wages, tips, and ongoing professional development. You will stock shelves, assist with orders, and educate guests on wine, beer, cider and spirits, while upholding store presentation and excellent customer service.