Liquor Tastings Specialist

New World; Papakura; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Employee Discount

Discounted instore Coffee’s

Regular team events

Job summary

New World Papakura is seeking a Part Time Liquor Tastings Specialist to plan and deliver tastings, demonstrations and engaging experiences for our wine, beer and specialty ranges. You will help customers explore new favourites and drive sales in-store.

You will work closely with the Liquor Manager and suppliers to coordinate events, maintain tasting station standards and ensure compliance with alcohol laws. Weekend availability and LCQ qualification are preferred requirements.

Qualifications

• Passion for wine, beer and food pairings.
• Confident and engaging communication.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building.
• Willingness to obtain LCQ.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging liquor tastings and product demonstrations.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations with customers.
• Create excitement around new products, promotions and seasonal offerings.
• Work closely with the Liquor Manager and suppliers to coordinate tasting events.
• Maintain presentation standards for tasting stations and promotional displays.
• Ensure tastings comply with Sale and Supply of Alcohol legislation and company policies.
• Track sales performance and customer feedback from tasting events.
• Assist with merchandising and promotional activities within the liquor department.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Independence

Initiative

Weekend availability

Education

LCQ qualification

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Part Time - Hours TBC - Must be flexible with working weekend days

Do you have a passion for wine, beer and connecting withcustomers?
We're looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing Liquor Tastings Specialist tobring our liquor department to life through engaging tastings, productdemonstrations, and exceptional customer experiences.

About the Role

As our Liquor Tastings Specialist, you will be responsiblefor planning and delivering product tastings and demonstrations that showcaseour range of wines, beers and specialty products. You'll help customersdiscover new favourites, drive sales, and create a memorable in-storeexperience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct engaging liquor tastings and productdemonstrations.
• Share product knowledge and recommendations withcustomers.
• Create excitement around new products, promotions,and seasonal offerings.
• Work closely with the Liquor Manager and suppliers tocoordinate tasting events.
• Maintain presentation standards for tasting stationsand promotional displays.
• Ensure all tastings comply with Sale and Supply ofAlcohol legislation and company policies.
• Track sales performance and customer feedback fromtasting events.
• Assist with merchandising and promotional activitieswithin the liquor department.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for wine, beer and food pairings.
• Confident and engaging communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-buildingabilities.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Flexible availability, including Fridays, weekends,and key promotional periods.
• LCQ qualification or willingness to obtain one wouldbe preferred.

Here’s what we can offer you

Being part of our team, has it's own set of benefits. Here are a few:

• 10% Employee Discount - *available at New World Papakura only
• Discounted instore Coffee’s
• Regular team events

Why Join NewWorld Papakura?

At New WorldPapakura, we're passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who loves people, enjoys trying newproducts, and wants to become the face of our liquor tasting programme.

Next steps

Applications close 20.09.2026