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Liquor Department Manager

Job Overview

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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Training and Development

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a reputable company that operates a specialized Liquor Department dedicated to providing exceptional wine, spirits, and beer selections. The company prides itself on delivering quality products coupled with excellent customer service to enhance the shopping experience for every guest. As part of a well-organized retail environment, the Liquor Department is designed to cater to diverse customer preferences by offering a wide range of premium products, ensuring a knowledgeable and memorable shopping experience. This company operates in a customer-focused manner, emphasizing adherence to legal standards and promoting responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages.

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Job Requirements

  • Must be of legal age to consume alcohol in the jurisdiction
  • Pass and maintain certification training
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to maintain composure under pressure
  • Knowledge of liquor types, alcohol content, and care
  • Awareness of popular drink recipes
  • Ability to work peak periods including evenings and weekends

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of wine regions, grapes, vineyards, and vintages
  • Familiarity with spirits, spirit cocktails, and beer varieties
  • Ability to provide food pairing suggestions
  • Experience with inventory control and merchandising
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Capability to maintain composure with customers and coworkers
  • Certification in liquor handling and sales
  • Awareness of popular drink recipes
  • Experience in suggestive selling and customer engagement techniques

Job Duties

  • Manage and control the operations of the Liquor Department
  • Supervise Liquor Department team members
  • Order merchandise and specialty items
  • Ensure guest service excellence and product quality
  • Provide knowledgeable recommendations and information on all products
  • Engage guests with wine, spirits, and beer selections
  • Build product displays and manage inventory freshness
  • Stock and rotate products
  • Receive and check inventory for quantity and quality
  • Maintain awareness of promotions and plan orders accordingly
  • Operate checkstand equipment and process customer orders
  • Implement suggestive selling techniques
  • Handle cash accurately and follow accounting procedures
  • Ensure compliance with liquor sales laws
  • Prevent shrink and control costs
  • Maintain department sanitation and visual appeal
  • Use equipment such as box cutters and pallet jacks safely
  • Perform all duties with honesty and integrity

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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