Wine Shop Associate (PT) Evenings and Weekends
About The Position
Join us as a Wine Shop Associate and support the department through expert customer service, strong merchandising, and accurate cashiering—all while upholding alcohol regulations and Boise Co-op’s standards of quality. This role involves assisting customers with wine selections, product information, and pairing recommendations, processing sales accurately, stocking and merchandising products, maintaining displays, handling credits and returns, and assisting with inventory. The position also requires participation in tastings and trainings to enhance product knowledge and support sales growth, and collaboration with coworkers and leadership to uphold quality standards and ensure a positive customer experience.
Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with customers and peers.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Accuracy and accountability in cash handling and sales transactions.
- Ability to handle moderately complex issues independently while escalating higher-level concerns when needed.
- Positive, professional attitude and clear, respectful communication skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing department needs.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant workspace.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and varied schedules.
- Experience with or strong knowledge of wine required.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Must be at least 18 years old to sell or handle alcohol per state law.
Nice To Haves
- Retail experience preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of POS systems and cash handling preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service by assisting guests with wine selections, product information, and pairing recommendations.
- Uphold all state and company regulations regarding the sale and service of alcoholic beverages, including proper age verification.
- Process sales and special orders accurately while following all cash handling and register procedures.
- Stock and merchandise products according to rotation, pricing accuracy, and departmental display standards.
- Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing displays and work areas, including the wine bar and event center.
- Handle product credits and returns with proper documentation and accuracy.
- Maintain accurate and professional signage to ensure clarity of pricing and product details.
- Assist with inventory counts and monitor stock levels to maintain availability of core items and specialty selections.
- Participate in tastings, trainings, and educational opportunities to strengthen product knowledge and support sales growth.
- Collaborate with coworkers and department leadership to uphold Co-op quality standards and ensure a positive customer experience.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
