About The Role

We’re so grateful you’re here!
We are seeking a Wine Specialist to live our purpose of: Sharing our Passion for People and Spirits!

About JAK’s

With 10 liquor store locations, JAK'S is a market leader in BC's retail beer, wine, spirits industry. We are a family-owned business that knows our success comes from the people who make us, us and we are committed to fostering a culture of gratitude, learning and FUN! JAK's will support you to be the most successful you can be; both personally and professionally.

Perks and Benefits

-Competitive wages, plus tips
-Paid Professional Development (WSET, Prud Homme, Whiskey/Gin Ambassador &
Leadership courses)
-Monthly tasting allowance
-A generous staff discount
-Onboarding and training program
-Product Knowledge seminars with tasting kits
-Medical Benefits
-Quarterly incentives

The Ideal Candidate

Will have polished customer service skills and a passion for our products; specifically wine or craft beer, but also cider and spirits
Enjoys helping others and building relationships with our guests
Has a desire to grow and learn
Is able to lift 50lbs safely
Has prior experience in wine sales
WSET2 / WSET3 or equivalent

Some of what you will do in this job is

Assist customers with product selection, providing food pairing suggestions where appropriate
Receive orders, unloading pallets and stocking the sales floor
Educating guests about the product and what’s behind each bottle
Maintain overall presentation of the store
Process orders at the cash desk, ensuring that each guest has an excellent in-store experience
Complete warehouse duties (stocking shelves, stacking pallets, reorganizing the warehouse area, etc.)

Expectations of the Role

Availability (3-5 days/wk), including evenings and weekends.
Wine education for staff, merchandising of wine categories, providing internal communication about stock-outs, customer requests, store needs, etc (in-store Wine Category Management)
Support with all store functions, including cash register, stocking, and greet customers at the door.
Managing time effectively and completing tasks in a timely manner to keep up with a very fast-paced store.

It is our goal to build teams with unique and diverse perspectives to promote inclusivity within our teams, guests and communities. If you want to work in a dynamic, fun environment, create memorable experiences, and grow both personally and professionally, then Cheers! We just popped a bottle with your name on it!