Sales Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Sales & Marketing)
Part Time
Naramata,
British Columbia
Foxtrot Vineyards is a boutique winery in Naramata, BC known for crafting terroir-driven Pinot Noir and premium Chardonnay. We are looking to hire a part-time sales associate for the 2021 season.
Our ‘by appointment’ tastings are hosted outside and include a vineyard tour that allows our hosts to connect with guests and share engaging conversations about our wines while strolling through the terroir they’re grown from.
Our ideal candidate will be reliable, hospitable, have some formal wine education, and a flexible can-do attitude toward new tasks as our winery grows.
Position
Part-time/ Seasonal
May 1st - Sept 30th
3 to 5 day work week, 3 to 8 hour shifts
Daily Tasks
Meeting daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals
Scheduling tasting appointments
Process customer purchases (in-person and DTC administrative tasks)
Provide exemplary customer service
Conduct tastings and vineyard tours, presenting Foxtrot’s story and philosophy
Identify opportunities to sell wine, the Cellar Door Wine club, and wine accessories
Stock wine and merchandise
Polish glassware
General retail store maintenance
Cash handling
Additional tasks as requested
What We Offer
$16-$18/hr depending on experience level
Wine Club Commissions
Staff Discounts
Mentorship from a passionate and enthusiastic leadership and winemaking team
Ongoing on the job training
Long-term employment may be available for the right fit (admin/ harvest positions/ sales)
Job Qualifications
Willing to comply with COVID safety measures
Has reliable transportation to and from work
19 years +
Serving It Right Certification
Flexible, able to work weekdays, weekends and holidays
Able to lift 40lbs safely
ISG/WSET credentials are an asset but not required
Superior customer service skills
Computer skills (Excel, software, social media)
Please apply with your resume to [email protected]
