Wine Specialist (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

Full Time

  JAK's Beer Wine Spirits (http://www.jaks.com)

  Coquitlam, British Columbia

JAK'S Beer, Wine and Spirits is currently seeking a full-time Wine Specialist to join our already thriving team at JAK'S Beer Wine Spirits Coquitlam.  We are always growing with locations in New West, Surrey, Burnaby, Vancouver, and Penticton.

The Wine Specialist will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Wine program which will include and not limited to smart merchandising, team education, product tastings, and floor sales.

The ideal candidate will:

a) hold a knowledge and possess an inner passion for wine, beer, spirits and the service industry as a whole

b) carries a positive attitude with the ability to energize our team

c) the ability to identify tasks and take the initiative 

d) be an effective communicator with the ability to share knowledge with both our team and guests

e) be an ultimate team player

f) be an effective multi-tasker; excelling under pressure in our dynamic store

g) conduct themselves professionally with a respectful form of business candor

h) have the ability, aptitude, and attitude to wow those around them.

i) demonstrate a natural ability to network and build industry relationships 

Formal sales, wine, beer, and spirits training are required for this position. Some level of WSET and/or Prud'homme certification would be ideal. These positions offer extremely competitive wages with benefits available, as well as further professional development opportunities with WSET and Prud'homme. This would be an excellent position for one looking to continue and advance in the retail beverage industry with a thriving retail organization. Serious applicants should reply to this advertisement via email. Be sure to include your resume with references and a cover letter.

Required education:

  • Diploma/Certificate

Required experience:

  • Beer and Wine: 1 year
  • WSET level 1 or higher

JAK's offers extremely competitive wages based on experience and provides specialists with training and professional development to further their careers.

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