Mokena-Store Associate Wine

We are the Midwest's largest retailer of fine wines, spirits, beers and cigars.Weoffer competitive prices andfriendly,knowledgeable team membersto assist with selections. We are looking to add to our growing wine staff. If you share our passion for fine wines and excellence in customer service, we want to speak with you.
Applicants for this position must have a passion for wine along with superiorcustomer service skills to drive sales. We provide on the job training and educationalopportunities to further a career in wine
Responsibilities:

• Assists in developing sales and providing assistance to customers.
• Continues to develop knowledge of wine and other store products.
• Works as part of a team to keep the wine department and store organized and effectively merchandised; this includes moving, stocking and staging product.
• May be required to assist in other departments.

• Candidate will have good working knowledge of wine varietals, countries and regions.
• Candidate will be able to taste wines in a professional manner as allowed for educational purposes.
• Previous retail experience, experience in the wine and spirits industry or hospitality industry is preferred.
• Candidates with entry level knowledge will be considered. We provide on the job training and educational opportunities to further a career in wine retail.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
• Ability to count cash and make change accurately.
• Ability to operate business machines (scanners, computer keyboards, etc.).
• Ability to pass any applicable alcohol training class and maintain a current certification card.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 40-50 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and managers.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assignments.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to read small type.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to repeatedly walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to work in cold areas.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled.
• Consistent and regular attendance.