Beer Den/Wine Clerk PT

Lowes Foods; Apex (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowes Foods is seeking a Beer Den/Wine Clerk to educate guests on beer and wine, assist with product selection, and maintain the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines area. The role includes tastings, stocking, and upholding state laws for sampling and sales.

The ideal candidate is 21+, physically capable, and a strong team player with excellent communication and guest-service skills. This on-site position offers opportunities to engage customers and support promotions.

Qualifications

• Working understanding of beer and wine.
• Familiar with ALE laws governing sell and purchase of beer and wine products.
• Sales minded with effective communication, guest service and selling skills.
• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Self-motivated, trustworthy and able to adhere to all guidelines.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to read and understand information and direction.
• Ability to effectively communicate with Store Manager, DSD Receiver and vendors.
• Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 30lbs. consistently and 50lbs. occasionally.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Educate guests on product attributes and provide guidance for specific needs/preferences.
• Ensure marketing and brand materials and tools are properly displayed and maintained.
• Maintain sanitation and appearance of the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines.
• Work with category managers and suppliers to ensure proper pricing and product selection.
• Train other Beer Den/Wine clerks and ensure information is correct for all hosts.
• Conduct tastings in the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines as well as for in-store demos or promotions.
• Follow all state laws governing sampling, sale and purchasing of beer and wine.
• Wash and prepare growlers according to established practices.
• Fill growlers upon request by the guest according to established standards.
• Maintain inventory of growlers, glass, lids and supplies.
• Announce specials and sale information on the PA system.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Beer & wine knowledge

Sales skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Read and follow directions

Physical stamina

21+ age requirement

Job description

Overview

To grow community through building guest loyalty and maximizing profits by providing personal guest interactions that build genuine relationships with guests and result in a brand-aligned experience.

Responsibilities

• 1. Educate guests on product attributes and information and provide guidance for specific needs/preferences.
• 2. Ensure marketing and brand materials and tools are properly displayed, maintained and utilized including, signage, prices, flyers, etc.
• 3. Maintain the sanitation and appearance of the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines.
• 4. Work with category managers and suppliers to ensure proper pricing and product selection.
• 5. Train other Beer Den/Wine clerks and ensure information is correct and available for all hosts who work in the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines.
• 6. Conduct tastings as needed in the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines as well as for in-store demos or promotions.
• 7. Follow all state laws governing the sampling, sale and purchasing of beer and wine.
• 8. Wash and prepare growlers according to established practices.
• 9. Fill growlers upon request by the guest according to established filling, sealing and labeling standards.
• 10. Maintain inventory of growlers, glass, lids and all other Beer Den and wine supplies through monitoring and ordering.
• 11. Announce specials and sale information on the PA system.
• 12. Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 1. Working understanding of beer and wine.
• 2. Is familiar with ALE laws governing sell, and purchasing of beer and wine products.
• 3. Sales minded with effective communication, guest service and selling skills.
• 4. Friendly, outgoing personality.
• 5. Self-motivated, trustworthy and able to adhere to all guidelines.
• 6. Ability to work well with others.
• 7. Ability to read and understand information and direction.
• 8. Ability to effectively communicate with Store Manager, DSD Receiver and vendors.
• 9. Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods of time.
• 10. Ability to lift 30lbs. consistently and 50lbs. occasionally.
• 11. Must be at least 21 years old.