Job Description
We are a grocery and wine bar in Central London (SE1)
We are just as interested in the story behind our food and drink as we are in the quality and taste. This is why we source the finest ingredients and produce from the very best suppliers around the UK, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Greece...and others.
Quality, traceability, transparency, and sustainability are the key to what they believe in and what is important for us to share with people.
We are looking for a passionate and customer-focused Sales Associate to join our team at Bermondsey Corner.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and vibrant environment where you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and promoting our selection of artisan food products like cheeses, meats, and others but also wines and spirits.
You are:
- Dynamic, independent, organised and enthusiastic
- Autonomous, meticulous, multi-tasking and steady
- A solution finder, a sales, and details-oriented person
- Passionate about food, wine & people
- Willing to learn and grow within a young and evolving company
- Ideally sensitive to the nutrition-health aspect, biodynamic productions, and respect for nature.
- Confident to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
- Fluent in French is a plus, but not required
You have:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of wine and food pairings, and trends in the industry - but not required
- A prior experience in a retail or hospitality setting
Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome customers as they enter the store, and provide assistance as needed
- Provide customers with recommendations on wine and food pairings, based on their preferences and budget
- Provide educational information about our products
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of our products
- Assist with inventory management and restocking shelves as needed
- Process transactions accurately
- Keep the store clean, organized, and visually appealing
- Work as part of a team to ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for our customers
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and an attractive bonus scheme. Enrollment in the retirement savings plan.
A fast evolution within our growing company.
Employee events and activities.
If you are enthusiastic about wine and food and enjoy providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
Application question(s):
- What interests you the most in the available position?
- What would be your best skills to fit the position?
- Do you have any knowledge on wine and cheese?
Experience:
- Retail sales: 1 year (required)
Language:
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 22/05/2023