Beer Den/Wine Clerk PT

Lowes Foods, LLC; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowes Foods, LLC is seeking a Beer Den/Wine Clerk at our Wake Forest store to assist guests with beer and wine selections. You will educate guests, perform tastings, and ensure correct pricing and signage while maintaining a clean, compliant beer and wine area.

The role requires physical work, ability to lift weights, and a friendly, team-oriented approach to guest service. 21+ and compliant with ALE regulations are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of beer and wine products.
• A familiarity with laws governing sale and purchase of alcohol.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team.
• Friendly, outgoing demeanor and customer-focused attitude.
• Self-motivated and trustworthy with adherence to guidelines.
• Ability to work well with others and read directions.
• Clear communication with Store Manager and vendors.
• Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting 30 lbs consistently and 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
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Responsibilities

• Educate guests on product attributes and guide needs.
• Ensure marketing materials, signage, and prices are correct.
• Maintain sanitation and appearance of the Beer Den/Sunmill Wines.
• Collaborate with category managers for pricing and selection.
• Train clerks and ensure information is available to hosts.
• Conduct tastings and in-store demos as needed.
• Comply with state laws on sampling, sale and purchase.
• Prepare and wash growlers per standards.
• Fill growlers on request following filling and labeling rules.
• Maintain inventory of growlers, glassware, and supplies.
• Announce specials and sales information on the PA system.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Beer & wine knowledge

ALE laws familiarity

Sales mindset

Guest service

Effective communication

Friendly personality

Self-motivated

Team player

Reading & comprehension

Management communication

Physical stamina

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.
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