Fine Wine Sales Associate — Expert Customer Experience

Tasting & Tap Room Expo; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant in Berkeley, CA, is seeking a Sales Associate for our Marin Country Mart shop in Larkspur. The role focuses on direct customer interaction, wine recommendations, and driving in-store sales while restocking and supporting day-to-day shop operations.

You will gain exposure to the Kermit Lynch portfolio and become a trusted resource for customers, assisting with inventory, POS, and product knowledge.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of wine sales and customer service experience.
• Foundational knowledge of French and Italian wine.
• Proven strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be available to work Thursday - Monday, 10 AM - 6 PM schedule.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide wine recommendations and information.
• Deliver an outstanding shopping experience by offering personalized service.
• Drive retail sales by effectively communicating the Kermit Lynch wine portfolio.
• Meet or exceed individual sales goals and contribute to overall store performance.
• Restock shelves and ensure that the sales floor remains fully stocked and organized.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and point-of-sale operations.
• Work closely with managers and team members to create a positive, productive environment.
• Participate in training sessions to expand knowledge of the Kermit Lynch wine portfolio and sales strategies.
• Handle wine deliveries, stock movement, and other physical tasks related to maintaining inventory and assisting customers.

Skills

Wine sales

Customer service

Communication

French/Italian knowledge

Tools

POS systems

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant in Berkeley, CA, is seeking a Sales Associate for our Marin Country Mart shop in Larkspur. The role focuses on direct customer interaction, wine recommendations, and driving in-store sales while restocking and supporting day-to-day shop operations.

You will gain exposure to the Kermit Lynch portfolio and become a trusted resource for customers, assisting with inventory, POS, and product knowledge.