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:

• Full time availability (4-5 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!