Part Time Sales Associate- Retail Store

Caroline Cellars Winery, one of Niagara's best family-owned and operated wineries, is hiring for Wine Boutique and Tasting Bar Associates - there are full and part-time positions available. The position is comprising mostly of weekend shifts. As a busy, fast-paced, growing winery, ideal candidates for this position will have experience in the hospitality industry, with wine knowledge being an important asset. Candidates must be available to work weekends and have the flexibility for some evening shifts.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/PROCEDURES:

• Assist customers with wine tasting and purchases

• Perform structured tastings for tour groups
• Helping customers with reservations and guiding them to their tasting bar

• Provide exceptional and professional customer service

• Use a computer-operated point-of-sale system
• Answering phones and scheduling reservations

• Assist with special events

• Stock wine and giftware

• Performing general housekeeping duties

REQUIREMENTS

• Smart Serve certification

• Ability to work well within a team-focused environment

• Wine knowledge an asset but not mandatory

• Motivation to exceed sales targets

• Critical thinking and decision-making skills

• Responsible and trustworthy

• Ambitious and goal-oriented

• 18 years of age or older

• Ability to lift 40 lbs

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Must be available to work on weekends and holidays

WHAT WE OFFER

· Supportive work environment

· Monthly wine allotment

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Caroline Cellars Winery is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Work remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: From $16.55 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Day range:

• Every Weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• sales: 1 year (preferred)
• customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Retail Associates & Cashiers: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-20