Sommelier and Wine Retail Salesperson Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Sommelier and Wine Retail Salesperson The Cork Room 235 East Davis Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33606 Wine Sales Associate

POSITION

Wine bar Bartender and sales person. This is a great opportunity for qualified candidates to help us build our business. Employee will also be required to bartend and sell wine retail. Flexibility in scheduling is required.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Be friendly, courteous, and capable of interacting with a wide variety of personalities in a professional and polite manner.
• Be accommodating, upbeat, and inspired to make every guest’s experience special.
• Must be a self-starter that works efficiently with limited direction to identify needs of the business and work with management to implement solutions effectively.
• Greet all arriving guests and provide a brief summary of the store and provide direction appropriately.
• Continually develop a deep understanding of wine to assist guests with making selections and purchases.
• Drive revenue by selling wine and merchandise to guests.
• Utilize proper safety and sanitation techniques at all times (lifting, glass handling, food safety/storage, cleaning-sanitizing protocols, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with state and company guidelines.
• Operate POS/registers, process sales and perform other transactions with accuracy.
• General housekeeping duties to ensure the appearance and cleanliness of the tasting room exceed standards.
• Various opening, closing, and mid-shift duties.
• Perform any other duties requested by the management team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong knowledge and background in wines.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working in a wine shop or Sommelier role with emphasis on customer service and sales. (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position including standing for 8-10 hours per day, frequent bending down, and climbing/descending ladders.
• Must have ability to work independently, develop and build customer relationships in order to maximize repeat visits.
• Ability to engage and communicate with customers in a prompt and professional manner.
• Must be dependable, have excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be committed to working together as a team to grow sales and customer base.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Competitive compensation will be rewarded based on industry experience and knowledge of wine. High potential to increase income by consistently exceeding sales goals and gaining additional wine education and certifications.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$10.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities Hourly pay

Tips Physical Setting:

Bar Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Every weekend Monday to Friday Night shift Application Question(s): Tell us about your wine experience. Tell us why you would be a great fit for this job.

Experience:

Wine knowledge: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Tampa, FL 33606 (Required)

Work Location:

In person