What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wine Sales Associate position at Legacy Food Hall?
The Food Hall Co. cultivates culinary and entertainment destinations that offer a home for chefs, restauranteurs, mixologists, brewers, and entertainers. We are a cultural hub where all the best sights, sounds, and flavors of a community come together under one roof, creating a destination experience you can't get anywhere else! Join us as we craft together a hospitality-driven experience, establishing ourselves as the heartbeat of the local communities we serve.
Come join the fun and apply today!
The Food Hall Co. is searching for passionate and talented wine professionals to work in Legacy Food Hall’s Vinotopia wine bar, which aims to reinvent the category by offering every wine in inventory by the glass. At Vinotopia, guests can sip before cellaring.
BENEFITS: THE GOOD STUFF
- Medical insurance benefits are available for hourly workers averaging 30 hours per week within 90 days of hiring or at the next open enrollment.
- 401k available after one year (12-month period with 1,000 hours of service) for individuals 21 years or older.
- Pathways for growth and development, with encouraged opportunities for promotion into Leadership roles.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must be able to read and speak English; bilingual Spanish speaking a plus
- Minimum Level One (Intro) Somm certification or equivalent certification or work experience is preferred
- Fun, energetic, and work with a genuine care for the guest experience
- Restaurant, retail wine, or wine sales experience a plus
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift at least 50 pounds.
- Maintain current Food Handler’s and State Alcohol Serving certifications (upon hire).
- Must be available to work a variety of shifts: days, evenings, late nights, weekends, and various holidays
OUR WINE SALES SOMMS:
- Possess a passion for connecting guests with their new favorite wines
- Cultivate an environment that encourages wine exploration and growth
- Know the wines we carry like the back of our hands and live to educate others
- Recommend the perfect wines for the occasion, both at Vinotopia and for guests to take home
- Inspire their teammates to ask them for help
- Understand the balance of great service, great knowledge, and efficiency
RESPONSIBILITIES (To include but not LIMITED to):
- Greet and welcome guests professionally and friendly
- Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, ready to work
- Wear the proper uniform at all times (all Team Members require non-slip shoes)
- Perform opening, closing, and side work duties
- Communicate questions or issues to Management promptly
- Work collaboratively with coworkers in a friendly and enthusiastic manner
- Recommending food and wine pairings
- Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
- Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
- Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service, connecting with guests on a personal level, and contributing to a dynamic team environment, we invite you to apply!
