BEER-WINE-LIQR/CLERK

Kroger; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling (full- or part-‑t,

Employee discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Kroger Bluffton, SC store is hiring a full-time beverage associate to provide outstanding customer service in the wine, beer and spirits department. You will answer questions, maintain stock, and promote specials while upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will gain deep product knowledge, assist with promotions, and help customers select items that fit their needs while maintaining a welcoming store atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of imported and domestic varieties, the flavor profiles and how they are made.
• Knowledge of industry trends in specialty wines and beers as they relate to the customer.
• Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Assist with execution of the adult beverage category display plans and special in-store promotions in consultation with the store management.
• Maintain familiarity with adult beverage product names, pronunciation, origin and definition of industry terms.
• Inform customers of Beer/Wine/Spirits specials.
• Recommend beer/wine/spirits items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness. Review “sell by” dates and take appropriate action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Customer service

Stress management

Basic math

Wine knowledge

Beer knowledge

Second language

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Assist with execution of the adult beverage category display plans and special in-store promotions in consultation with the store management.
• Maintain familiarity with adult beverage product names, pronunciation, origin and definition of industry terms.
• Inform customers of Beer/Wine/Spirits specials.
• Recommend beer/wine/spirits items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness. Review “sell by” dates and take appropriate action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Must be 21 years of age
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Knowledge of basic math
• Knowledge of imported and domestic varieties, the flavor profiles and how they are made.
• Knowledge of industry trends in specialty wines and beers as they relate to the customer.
• Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing

Job Info

• Job Identification 226421
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 09/04/2026, 01:17 PM
• Locations 27 Discovery Dr, Bluffton, SC, 29910, US

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.