Wine & Spirits Associate

Wine & Spirits Associate

Sendik's Food Markets is far more than a grocery storewe are a family-owned company built on a century-long tradition of providing "only the best." With our 2026 Centennial Anniversary marking a century of excellence, we seek passionate individuals eager to join a team defined by exceptional quality, genuine service, and community pride. We currently operate 18 store locations across Southeastern Wisconsin.

At Sendik's we blend the warmth of a local grocer with the energy and nimbleness of a fast-paced, innovative retail environment. We empower our associates to become experts, fostering a culture where every single person contributes to our signature, award-winning customer experience. If you are looking for a career where your passion for service and hard work lead to genuine growth and make a tangible impact right in your community, you belong at Sendik's.

Job Summary

As a part of the Sendik's team, the Wine & Spirits Associate will be responsible for modeling and promoting Sendik's culture by consistently providing "best in class" service to our guests. The Wine & Spirits Associate is responsible for rotating, stocking and facing the Wine & Spirits Department; ensuring each product is of high quality and priced accurately. The Wine & Spirits Associate will also assist the department with miscellaneous tasks including, but not limited to, cleaning, interacting with vendors and participating in passive and active demonstrations as needed.

Our Values:

Service: We will treat every customer like a beloved family member or friend and find a way to say "yes" to our customers. It's important that we engage with every customer that enters our store, and follow the 10/4 rule. At the end of any interaction with a customer, we will offer a sincere "Thank you for your business!"

Passion: We have a passion for excellence and to be the best at what we do. We will seek product knowledge and commit to quality by believing in the Sendik's brand.

Nimbleness: Provide great solutions for our customers by exploring all possibilities and welcoming change. We will be quick to respond to our customers and use "Red Truck Service" when additional assistance is needed.

Work Experience

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve customers in the Wine & Spirits Department while modeling Sendik's culture and providing "best in class" customer service, which includes, greeting, engaging, delighting and thanking every guest for their business
• Assist customers in selecting products, answering questions and offering suggestions as needed
• Assist customers in discovering Sendik's extensive wine & spirits offerings through active sampling and educational programs
• Stock, rotate and face the Wine & Spirits Department aisles
• Maintain and work back stock items and coolers
• Participate in active and passive Wine & Spirits demonstrations
• Interacting with vendors as needed
• Create innovative display cases based on the sales for the week (directed by manager)
• Utilize u-boats, flat carts and other equipment to properly transport product
• Assist with unloading deliveries and gathering items to be stocked
• Assist with the training and mentoring of new associates in the Wine & Spirits Department
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety/sanitation regulations and procedures
• Assist with all other Wine & Spirits Department duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of Wine & Spirits equipment
• Eagerness to interact with customers
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organization skills
• Ability to work at a fast paced and efficient manner
• Strong sense of team ability to anticipate the needs of the team
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions independently regarding department needs and priorities, under general supervision
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, push/pull for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds