Job Description

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!