Sales Assistant (East London) - Part-time

Established in 2009 and with four shops, Bottle Apostle is one of the few independently-owned London retail groups. We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive person to join our Victoria Park team, for 2-3 shifts per week, as we reach the next stage of growth and development.

We have incredibly loyal customers and are looking for someone with experience working in a busy retail environment, with a professional attitude, strong commercial understanding, a keen attention to detail, who enjoys developing strong customer relationships. This of course runs alongside a knowledge of wines, craft beers and spirits.

Most importantly, we want someone with the hunger to learn and grow with us regardless of their current knowledge level.

Requirements

• An energetic team player who is eager to jump in and develop their passion for wine
• Excellent communicator who can provide first class customer service
• Extremely organised with an attention to detail and ability to write passionately about wine
• Previous retail experience with an understanding of wines, craft beers and spirits
• WSET level 2 required
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential
• Ability to repeatedly lift 20kg

Key responsibilities

• Offer customer service at the highest standard supported by expert knowledge of the range
• Be a point person for customer enquiries with excellent customer support abilities
• Help create, organise and run a regular series of tasting events both in-store and off-site
• Assist with receipt and distribution of the deliveries

Salary and Benefits

• Generous staff discount
• Opportunities to regularly taste alongside buyers with importers and producers
• Regular in-house training and opportunity for WSET qualifications sponsorship

Please send a CV and cover letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role to jobs@bottleapostle.com. Candidates must be available to attend an interview at our Victoria Park location. Due to the high volume of applications, only suitable candidates will be contacted.