Liquor Dept Manager-New Canaan, CT

Albertsons Companies; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Earned wage access

Employee discounts

Benefits package

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Liquor Clerk/Head to lead the licensed area, deliver outstanding customer service, and ensure compliance with all liquor laws. You will supervise 2–15 associates, manage inventory, and collaborate with Store Director and HR to maintain RAMP certification.

The role requires strong leadership, a focus on safety and accuracy, and flexibility to cover peak hours. This is a union position with benefits and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the licensed area: supervise associates, provide customer service, and achieve sales and inventory goals.
• Ensure compliance with Acme policies, including restricted sales.
• Comply with state liquor laws governing sale and consumption of alcohol.
• Collaborate with Store Director and HR to maintain RAMP certification records.
• Supervise 2–15 associates in a fast-paced environment and recommend disciplinary action when needed.
• Operate POS and ordering tools; rotate stock and maintain signage.
• Maintain a safe, clean department aligned with environmental standards.
• Work hours as directed by Store Director to cover peak times.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team management

Weights & measures

Scheduling

Education

Food Safety I

Food Safety II

General Safety Fundamentals

RAMP training

Tools

POS system

Ordering tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

PURPOSE

The Liquor Clerk/Head is responsible for the direct supervision of licensed area operations including providing outstanding customer service and assuring associates are following company policies and procedures. The Liquor License Lead is also responsible for ensuring that associates comply with all state liquor laws regarding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages. He/she is also responsible for achieving production and budget objectives and writing associate work schedules.

Pay Transparency: The pay for this position is $18.00 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining. You must be willing and able to work at any store within the district.

This is a union position. If you are new to the union you will be required to pay an initiation fee in addition to weekly dues per your CBA.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the licensed area, including, but not limited to: supervision of associates; providing customer service; achieving sales, gross profit, labor, shrink and inventory goals set for the licensed area; product ordering, quality, presentation, merchandising, organization, pricing, stocking, staffing, and training.
• Ensure that all Acme policies and procedures are followed, including the restricted sales policies.
• Ensure compliance with all state laws regarding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages.
• Collaborate with the Store Director and HR team to maintain RAMP certification records for Licensed area associates.
• Effectively supervise 2-15 associates in a fast-paced and multi-functional environment and recommend appropriate disciplinary action to management.
• Operate various store systems including POS and ordering tools.
• Rotate and stock merchandise.
• Maintain tag integrity and signage.
• Develop and sustain a safe and clean department that is aligned with Acme environmental standards.
• Must be available to work within the hours directed by the Store Director to serve our customers during peak business times.
• Schedule associates within the parameters of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting dining area for customers.
• Collaborate and work well with other team members.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Store Director.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires strong written and oral communication skills, good leadership and interpersonal skills, the proven ability to manage people, and the ability to maintain composure in dealing with customers and co-workers.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Problem solving ability.
• Requires knowledge of basic math and weights and measures
• Thorough understanding of Acme policies and procedures.
• Possess sound working knowledge of financials.
• In previous assignments performed at a high level with regards to financial performance.
• Possess a general working knowledge of beer/wine brands and consumer trends.
• Completed Food Safety I, Food Safety II, and General Safety Fundamentals, and can ensure that all associates stay up to date on food safety and safety training.
• Must be checker qualified.
• Must have knowledge of product variety, product location and perishability.
• Requires the ability to judge and react to business activity.
• Able to effectively lead team members towards achieving common goals.
• Must complete RAMP training and maintain recertification every 2 years.

See your store supervisor for more information.

Physical Environment

• Must be able to reach, lift, and maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights up to approximately 75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk and move rapidly, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Ability to push and pull fully loaded hand trucks and pallet jacks.
• Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are necessary.
• Mental alertness is required to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• - Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Denta