Wine Testing Coordinator/Administrative Assistant
(Wine Jobs:
Management & Administration)
Full Time
North York,
Ontario
The Ontario Wine Appellation Authority is hiring a Wine Testing Coordinator/Administrative Assistant.
In this role you will coordinate and execute VQA wine evaluation and winery membership processes, work with wineries to assist them in understanding the requirements of the VQA Act, verify compliance, and provide day-to-day office management and administrative support. If you are a detail-oriented professional, have exceptional relationship skills and are happy in a fast-paced small team environment, this may be the right job for you.
Qualifications include:
- Exceptional customer service and communications skills, grounded in professionalism, tact and good judgment
- Familiarity with liquor regulations and their administration, experience or formal training in winemaking, wine evaluation or wine service
- Post-secondary education preferred, equivalent experience considered
- Attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt to requirements quickly
- Strong organizational skills
- Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel, cloud-based applications
- Proven ability to work independently and complete work on time
- 3-5 years experience in a relevant role(s)
- A valid Ontario driver’s licence
Compensation/Benefits include:
• Annual salary - $47,000
• 10 days annual paid vacation leave
• Comprehensive benefit coverage (group vision, dental, health)
• RRSP matching program
• Location on the TTC line (Finch station) with underground access to the office
• Opportunities to learn about Ontario wine