Sales Assistant (North 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 team as we reach our next stage of growth. This role offers a view into two of our thriving shops and requires work between both our Crouch End and Primrose Hill locations.

We have incredibly loyal customers and are looking for someone with experience working in a busy retail environment, with a professional attitude, strong commercial awareness, a keen attention to detail and who can develop strong relationships. This of course runs alongside a knowledge of wines, craft beers, spirits and sakes. 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, spirits and sakes
• 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
• Process web orders
• Assist with receipt and distribution of the deliveries into our warehouse

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 [email protected]. Candidates must be available to attend an interview at our Crouch End location. Due to the high volume of applications, only suitable candidates will be contacted.