Sales Associate

Want to be part of a fun, fast-paced, dynamic company with a great culture and incredible perks? Join us!

Cascadia Liquor – Wandering Bear

What Makes Us a Great Employer? Here are some of the benefits and perks you can look forward to by joining our Team:

• Locally owned & operated for 30+ years
• Donation matching
• Annual health & wellness reimbursement
• Product & staff discounts to all our brands
• In-house training & certifications
• Opportunity for growth & advancement/leadership development

• Refer a friend… we’ll pay you!
• FUN working environment – lots of team engagement initiatives and annual parties
• Respectful & inclusive culture
• Socially responsible
• Comfortable dress code with uniform
• Weekly lunch & treats

As a Truffles Group team member who works more than 25 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months, you will receive an extended health and dental plan (100% Employer paid), paid volunteer days, anniversary bonus and education & tuition reimbursement benefits.

Who is the Truffles Group?

Locally owned and operated, The Truffles Group has been advancing Vancouver Island’s hospitality, tourism and beverage retail industries for over 30 years. During this time, we have grown from one employee to over 400, and from one brand to six! Our group of companies includes Cascadia Liquor, Flight Cannabis Co., Habitat Café, Heritage Quay Developments, Victoria Butterfly Gardens, and Truffles Catering.

Guided by our founder’s entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to business excellence, The Truffles Group continues to push the boundaries of innovation and service to create elevated guest and team member experiences. We continue to grow and build our business responsibly and ethically on a foundation and commitment to our core values: Quality, Integrity, Community, Growth, and FUN!

Wandering Bear is in search of Full-time and Part-time Sales Associates

Job Overview: As a Sales Associate, you will create memorable and positive experiences for our guests while guiding them to find their favorite beverage products. You’ll get to work in a fun store environment where you’ll have the opportunity to learn new things and build positive relationships every day. Our Sales Associates are committed to providing excellent customer service, upholding a high standard of cleanliness, and bringing a positive attitude to work.

Position Details: Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Requirement for weekend and evening availability.

Pay Information: Starting at $18.00/hour + tips

Key Responsibilities

• Making guests happy and promoting a helpful and welcoming environment to ensure they arrive and leave with great impressions while delivering on our service standards.
• Bringing your positive, collaborative and hardworking attitude to work each day.
• Learning about Cascadia products to better connect with our guests by making excellent recommendations.
• Managing inventory with an eye for organization, display, and stocking of products.
• Keep the store clean and well-organized.
• Operate the cash register, handle financial transactions accurately and responsibly.
• Ensure full compliance with British Columbia’s legal regulations concerning the sale of alcohol. This includes verifying the age of guests by checking IDs, especially under our ‘ID under 30’ policy, where IDs are checked for any guests who appears to be under 30 years old to confirm they meet the legal age requirement for alcohol purchases.
• Being part of a team of high achievers who genuinely care about the customer experience and the company they are representing.

Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous cash handling experience in retail, hospitality, or food services.
• A warm, confident, and people focused personality with a high-level attention to detail and guest satisfaction.
• Enthusiastic about learning and sharing knowledge about the products we sell.
• The ability to lift 25 kg repeatedly and stay physically active throughout shift.
• Serving It Right certification (and must be at least 19 years of age).
• Product knowledge certifications ie. WSET, Cicerone are an asset

Apply today!

We are grateful for your time and consideration in applying to join our team. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

The Truffles Group is an equal opportunity employer. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach out to Nadia Valckx, Recruitment & HR Generalist nadia@trufflesgroup.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Licence/Certification:

• Serving It Right (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Victoria, BC V8Z 3L3 (required)

Work Location: In person