Wine & Spirits Cashier

About the role

As a Wine & Spirits Cashier at Festival Foods, you’ll be part of a team that helps guests find the perfect pairing for any occasion—from local craft beers to premium wines and specialty spirits. You’ll work closely with your team leaders to keep the department running smoothly, while providing friendly, knowledgeable service that makes shopping enjoyable and easy.

Responsibilities

• Be a Product Guide: Help guests find what they’re looking for, offer recommendations, and take special orders.
• Deliver Great Service: Answer questions, resolve concerns, and ensure every guest leaves feeling supported.
• Support the Team: Work alongside associates and leadership to meet department goals and maintain high standards.
• Keep Things Running: Maintain inventory levels, ensure accurate pricing, and keep shelves stocked and organized.
• Operate the Register: Check out purchases with accuracy and a smile.
• Ensure Cleanliness: Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and team members.
• Communicate & Collaborate: Work with vendors, managers, and fellow associates to exceed expectations.
• Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
• Support the Team: Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age in order to sample products sold in the wine and spirits department.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with customers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policies.
• Must possess the ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises.
• Proper training and knowledge of the following equipment/procedures: hand jack, baler, forklift, pallet jack, trash compactor, proper lifting techniques, and proper scanning techniques.

Physical demands and work environment

• Ability to stand in place for long periods of time; walk in the store; bend, stoop and kneel regularly.
• Requires fine finger and broad manual dexterity, and eye-hand-foot coordination in order to operate equipment.
• Full range of upper body motion in order to occasionally lift stock.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Functional sensory abilities to visually monitor the store, create attractive displays, and to operate equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures.

Benefits

• Associate Discount: 15% off grocery purchases for you and your immediate household.
• Vision and Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options.
• Support for Total Well-being: 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), and LEAPCare Care Coaches for confidential care support.
• Save for Your Future: 401(k) with an annual discretionary match to help associates plan for retirement.

Pay

• Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to funds.
• Part-time store associates receive a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays.

Schedule

The work schedule may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays within the individual’s availability. Schedules are provided two weeks in advance for better planning and flexibility.