Sommelier

1 year

Jon & Vinny's and Helen's Wines is hiring a Sommelier to be part of our wine team at our Fairfax location!

This position is perfect for someone with a strong foundation in wine with the desire to grow and continue learning while being a part of one of the most dynamic restaurant groups in LA.

Our program focuses on naturally-driven and organically farmed labels, small production vineyards, wine makers with integrity, lower intervention elevage & dynamic thoughtful wines. The wine list is a curation of allocated items, limited releases, favorite gems & new finds in a constant rotation.

Below are some of the key tasks and responsibilities. Other duties may arise and be assigned:

• Selling and talking about wine with customers at tables and in the shop
• Supporting management with fulfilling online orders, including building gift boxes and organizing orders for pick up delivery, in-state and out-of-state shipping.
• Assisting customers via email or phone
• Creating a friendly and unpretentious atmosphere for customers
• Stocking and maintaining the retail shop
• Cellar organization
• Generating and tracking sales with a focus on creating repeat business
• Mix of day and night shifts, including weekend admin

Compensation: Hourly ($17.87) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

Strong Foundation in Wine Knowledge

Strong Knowledge of Wine

Desire to Continue Learning and Grow in the Field

Customer Service Skills

Knowledge of Naturally Driven and Organically Farmed Labels

Attention to Detail

Familiarity With Small Production Vineyards

Organizational Skills

Understanding of Wine Makers With Integrity

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Lower Intervention Elevage and Dynamic Thoughtful Wines

Sales Skills

Experience in Selling and Discussing Wine With Customers

Ability to Work in a Team

Ability to Support Management With Fulfilling Online Orders

Adaptability to Different Shifts

Organization Skills for Stocking and Maintaining Retail Shop and Cellar

Problem Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills for Assisting Customers via Email or Phone

Ability to Create a Welcoming Environment

Ability to Create a Friendly and Unpretentious Atmosphere for Customers

Time Management Skills

Availability for Mix of Day and Night Shifts, Including Weekends

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks

Knowledge of Shipping and Logistics

Ability to Build Customer Relationships

Passion for Learning and Growth

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