Wine Shop Associate (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

  Summerhill Pyramid Winery (http://summerhill.bc.ca)

  Kelowna, British Columbia

Wine Shop Associates

 

Summerhill Pyramid Winery is a pioneering Okanagan Valley winery established in 1991. Owned and operated by the Cipes family, the winery has been a leader in organics since its inception. The philosophy of winemaking is that organic and biodynamic grapes, grown in harmony with the ecosystem, is the starting point for authentic, expressive, terroir-driven wines. The portfolio of wines has earned Summerhill the title of ‘Canadian Wine Producer of the Year’ from the IWSC in London, England (2009), and Summerhill’s sparkling wines have garnered much international acclaim, including gold medals from France (Chardonnay du Monde, 2000, 2017; Effervescents du Monde, 2013, 2022; Muscats du Monde, 2021) and a trophy from England (IWSC, 2010). 

 

Summerhill Pyramid Winery is a seasonal, hospitality-based business and therefore requires staff that can adjust to seasonal fluctuations and be counted on during the busy season. You must be willing to work weekends and holidays and the occasional evening if needed. Shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview.

 

At Summerhill Pyramid Winery, it's all about personality and lots of energy! Yes, we're all about customer service, delicious wine and fantastic menus. Our teams are more than our co-workers, they're family. Whatever role we hold in the winery, we are there for each other. The point is if you're friendly, fun, responsible and professional then you'll fit right in and the possibilities for your career are endless.

 

We would love to have you on our team!

 

As an associate, you will be responsible for:

 ·         Provide a high level of customer service to our visitors.

 ·         Conduct wine tours, wine tastings and sit-down tastings.

 ·         Ensuring that the store is well stocked, clean and visually appealing.

·         Assisting the management team with various store operations.

·         Responsible for opening and closing procedures.

·         Help with onsite events and services.

·         Help and support bistro services.

·         Answer phone and assist with daily shipments and other admin duties.

·         Maintain cleanliness of the wine shop and surrounding areas.

·         Working in a safe manner at all times.

To be successful in this role, you must possess:

 ·         At least 1 year experience in a similar role, preferably within the wine industry.

·         Genuine interest in wine, natural wine, organics, biodynamics and sustainability & desire to learn more.

·         Strong communication skills.

·         An ability to approach customers and promote product.

·         Strong sense of initiative and self-motivation.

·         Ability to work in a team environment and form strong rapport with co-workers and customers.

·         Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

·         Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

·         Serving it Right certification.

Please email your resume to [email protected].  

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