South Loop-Store Associate Wine

About the Role

We are the Midwest's largest retailer of fine wines, spirits, beers and cigars. We offer competitive pricing along with friendly and knowledgeable staff to assist with selections. We are now adding to our growing wine staff. If you share our passion for fine wines and excellence in customer service, we want to speak with you. Candidates with entry level knowledge will be considered. We provide on the job training and educational opportunities to further a career in wine retail.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in developing sales and provides exemplary assistance to customers.
• Continues to develop knowledge of wine and other store products.
• Works as part of a team to keep the wine department and store organized and effectively merchandised; this includes moving, stocking and staging product.
• May be required to assist in other departments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Passion for wine
• Superior customer service skills to drive sales.
• Good working knowledge of wine varietals, countries and regions.
• Ability to taste wines in a professional manner as allowed for educational purposes.
• Must be over 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Strong desire to provide superior customer service.
• Previous retail experience, experience in the wine and spirits industry or hospitality industry is preferred.
• Ability to count cash and make change accurately.
• Ability to operate business machines (scanners, computer keyboards, etc.).
• Ability to pass any applicable alcohol training class and maintain a current certification card.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and staff.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assignments.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to read small type.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to repeatedly walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to work in cold areas.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled.
• Consistent and regular attendance.

Compensation and Benefits

• The hourly pay range for this Full-Time wine position is $18.00-$22.00.
• Binny's offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, an FSA plan, a 401(k) plan, educational reimbursement, PTO time, paid sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and an employee discount.