Mokena-Store Associate Liquor

Job Description

Job Description

Applicants for this position must possess a thorough, in-depth knowledge of the liquor category. A passion for specialty spirits is required along with superior customer service skills to drive sales within a specific department. This is a full-time hourly position.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in developing sales and providing assistance to customers.
• Continues to develop knowledge of store products.
• Works as part of a team to keep the department and store organized and effectively merchandised; this includes moving, stocking and staging product.
• May be required to assist in other departments.
• Performs all duties of a Store Associate as directed by Supervisors.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge liquor and it's categories (i.e. whiskeys, vodkas, brandies, etc.)
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
• Ability to count cash and make change accurately.
• Ability to operate business machines (scanners, computer keyboards, etc.).
• Ability to pass any applicable alcohol training class and maintain a current certification card.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 40-50 pounds.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and managers.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assignments.
• Ability to write legibly.
• Ability to read small type.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to repeatedly walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to work in cold areas.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled.
• Consistent and regular attendance.
• Ability to attend tasting events and sample product to better assist customers with their selections.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The hourly pay range for this position is $17.50-$22.00.
• Binny's offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, an FSA plan, a 401(k) plan, educational reimbursement, PTO time, paid sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and an employee discount.