Job Description

Jones & Company Wine Merchants is Winnipeg's largest private wine store. Established in 1999, Jones & Company has grown to be the hub for some of the most distinct and sought after wines in Manitoba. We are also the education centre for wine in Manitoba with 5 Sommeliers serving our customers daily. We are looking to add a Sommelier & Social Media Director to our dynamic team of wine enthusiasts.

Responsibilities:

Represent Jones & Company by always providing the highest standard of customer service. Support fellow team members by sharing knowledge and assisting in customer interactions. Help customers with wine pairing and event preparation. Lead and host tasting seminars both internally and publicly Create and Post to social media accounts using Canva and Later to maximize efficiency and reach. Represent Jones & Company values and team accurately on all Social Media platforms Create and launch email marketing campaigns to drive sales to our client base via Mailchimp Perform POS functions quickly and accurately. Provide knowledgeable advice on all Jones & Company programs, events, classes and special offers. Address all customer concerns with professionalism keeping customer satisfaction as the top priority. Partner with store management to address elevated concerns.
Qualifications:

WSET3 or Sommelier Designation mandatory (ISG, CMS, CAPS or other qualifying body) Previous service industry experience preferred. Proven ability to work well in a team environment. Attention to detail extremely important In depth knowledge of Social Media tools (Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook, Snap Chat) and working knowledge of Social media scheduling and deleopment tools (later, linkinbio, Canva, Mailchimp Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Ability to stand and move for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Ability to handle multiple tasks while working in a fast paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time

Application question(s):

Provide examples of social media pages you have managed.
Licence/Certification:

WSET3 Qualification or Sommelier Degree? (required)
Work Location: In person