Retail Sales Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Part Time
Niagara-on-the-Lake,
Ontario
The Hare Wine Co. is seeking passionate and engaging wine enthusiasts who are team-oriented and customer service driven. This dynamic role will include conducting tours, delivering tastings and working special events.
This is a Part-Time role that has opportunity to become a Full-Time position in high season.
Duties:
Welcoming guests and providing an engaging and positive experience
Educating guests about The Hare Wine Co. and our award-winning wines through, tastings, tours and retail sales
Developing and maintaining wine and merchandise knowledge to support a superb retail experience
Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and presentation of the retail area, tasting rooms and winery property
Stocking and cleaning shelves
Operation of POS system
Duties may also include packing and shipping wine orders, off-site tasting events and other winery opportunities
Ideal Candidate Requirements
High school Diploma or equivalent
Smart Serve Certified
Have reliable transportation
Flexible schedule (evenings, holidays and weekends)
Passionate about the Ontario wine industry and excited to expand wine knowledge
Comfortable public speaking and leading tours & tastings for small and large groups
Experience working as a team, preferably in the wine or hospitality industry
Superior communication skills and ability to associate with a diverse group of winery visitors
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40lbs
Previous wine sales experience an asset
Second language (Mandarin/French) considered an asset but not required
How To Apply
Please write your cover letter and resume to Meagan Meeboer - Applications by email and in person are accepted.
[email protected]