Sommelier/Wine Associate

The Press Club Grill; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off meals

20% off in-store purchases

Bonuses and sales rewards

Career growth opportunities

401k with 4% match

Paid Vacation

Health benefits

Job summary

Erewhon Market in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Wine Department Associate to deliver exceptional customer service and wine recommendations. You will maintain displays, stock shelves, verify pricing, and keep back stock organized while following health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have experience in wine sales or stocking, strong communication, and the ability to lift 35–50 lbs as needed. This role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a bustling market.

Qualifications

• Experience in wine sales or stocking is a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and multitask in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and address customer needs promptly.
• Be knowledgeable about wine selections and offer recommendations.
• Maintain fresh, appealing displays; stock and rotate products; check codes.
• Ensure accurate department signage and pricing.
• Stock and dust wine and grocery shelves; maintain back stock.
• Follow health and sanitation procedures and safe work practices.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Wine knowledge

Time management

Physical stamina

Job description

Join the movement! Erewhon Market is helping shape the future of health and wellness, and we’re continuing to grow. Our culture is driven by passionate leaders, supportive teams, and a shared commitment to offering high-quality food and wellness products. With multiple locations and more on the way, there are plenty of opportunities to grow with us!

What we offer:

• $20- $26 / hour (based on experience)
• 50% off organic meals daily
• 20% off in-store purchases
• Bonuses and sales rewards (for some departments)
• HUGE opportunities for career growth
• 401k with 4% match, Paid Vacation, Health Benefits and much more

What you will do:

• Provide excellent customer service and address needs of customers in a timely and effective manner.
• Be knowledgeable of wine selections to provide customers with recommendations.
• Ensure a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating, and removing out-of-date products.
• Maintain accurate department signage and pricing.
• Stock, clean and dust the wine department and grocery shelves, etc.
• Maintain back stock in good order.
• Follow and comply with all applicable health and sanitation procedures and adhere to safe work practices.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

What you will bring:

• Previous Sommelier, wine sales, grocery clerk or stocking experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to consistently lift 35 - 50 lbs, unaided.

Erewhon Market is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.

By applying, you agree to Erewhon's Notice of Collection policy and all its terms and conditions: https://www.erewhonmarket.com/notice_at_collection_applicant/