Wine & Beer Sales Specialist — Expert Service & Freshness

Central Market; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Materials Handling Equipment cert

Job summary

Central Market is seeking a Sales Specialist in Austin, TX. The role requires applying basic and some advanced skills in area-specific procedures, ordering products to maximize sales, and merchandising to maintain fresh, high-quality displays. A background in retail or restaurant work and a passion for food are important.

The position emphasizes excellent customer service, knowledge of department products, and strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 2–5 years experience in retail or restaurant settings.
• Previous retail/restaurant experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address high priority activities first.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Organize, clean, and prepare back area for incoming deliveries.
• Keep sales floor uncluttered and free from spills.
• Stock, rotate items as needed, maintain standards/shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Reset products and maintain shelf conditions ensuring integrity of shelf tags and signage.
• Check shipments for out-of-date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations and standards.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.

Skills

Product knowledge

Food preparation

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Central Market is seeking a Sales Specialist in Austin, TX. The role requires applying basic and some advanced skills in area-specific procedures, ordering products to maximize sales, and merchandising to maintain fresh, high-quality displays. A background in retail or restaurant work and a passion for food are important.

The position emphasizes excellent customer service, knowledge of department products, and strong interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.