The Austin Wine Merchant is looking for a few good people to help us better get the job done. We are seeking positive, motivated, detail‑oriented individuals to join our team purveying fine wines, spirits, beers, accessories and gifts to our discerning clientèle. For the time being, we are in need of a delivery person/stock person and a wine clerk and/or a wine clerk with administrative skills as well (full‑time positions, all). We offer a friendly schedule (the shop is open Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM until 6:30 PM), a competitive retail wage, and a friendly, well air‑conditioned work environment. If interested, please submit a letter of introduction, résumé and references by e‑Mail to info@theaustinwinemerchant.com with "Interested In Working With You All" in the subject line. We would look forward to hearing from you!

Wine Clerk

Job Description:

• Primary customer-facing salesperson for wine (as well as assisting with other product lines in store such as spirits, beers, gifts and accessories)

• Service client requests in a knowledgeable, courteous and efficient manner via in-person interaction, telephone and e-Mail.

• Be an integral part of the team keeping our shelves stocked, inventory organized and customer orders delivered to their car on request

• Learn by doing: expand your knowledge of wine / spirits while on the job through discussions with teammates and tasting opportunities

Schedule:

Monday through Saturday 9:30 AM until 6:30 PM (with one day off). Flexibility to work Saturdays required.

Skill requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of wine, including major regions, varietals, vinification, stylistic differences.

• The job requires energy and repeated lifting of boxes that can weigh 40 pounds or more (the weight of a single case of wine or spirits).

• Proactive and self-starter personality.

• Attention to detail and organization; we work hard to satisfy client requests and keep our shop and shelves neat and tidy.

• Ability to work and complete tasks in a fast-paced, interruption-driven environment.

• Proficient computer knowledge: Windows, Excel, Gmail (a lot of our client interaction is by e-Mail), typing skills.

• A positive attitude and passion for the product and performance of your work.