Wine and Spirits Head Clerk
About Us:
Proudly serving our San Francisco Bay Area communities since 1986, Mollie Stone’s Markets is a local, family-owned grocery store chain. With over 38 years of exemplary performance, Mollie Stone’s Markets continues to make a difference in people’s lives through food. We succeed in the industry by ensuring we deliver a large variety of exciting and quality products in an attractive and positive environment. Our roots remain in healthy, natural and specialty foods. Mollie Stone’s Buyers work closely with local producers around the greater Bay Area to bring high quality products to every aisle. Our goal is to surprise and delight our customers.
We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice, and we are proud to offer competitive wages, paid time off, physical and mental health benefits, 401(k) or pension plan, as well as career training programs through our professional partnerships. As a local, family owned and operated business, we are grateful to our customers as they support our vision, which allows us to care for our employees by making a difference in their lives.
About the Role:
Mollie Stone’s Markets, an upscale, family-owned grocery store chain in the San Francisco Bay Area, is seeking a Full-Time Wine & Spirits Manager (Head Clerk). This position is ideal for someone who has a deep passion for wine, craft spirits, and gourmet food, and enjoys delivering outstanding customer service. The Wine & Spirits Manager is responsible for managing the department’s operations, product selection, merchandising, and customer engagement.
Essential Functions:
- Assist customers with wine and spirit selections and provide exceptional service.
- Offer pairing suggestions and education on both domestic and international wines and specialty spirits.
- Maintain attractive, well-stocked, and properly signed displays.
- Oversee the receiving and stocking of new shipments.
- Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy and organization.
- Collaborate with buyers, vendors, and staff to curate a high-quality, on-trend product selection.
- Support cross-department needs, including cashiering and general store duties.
- Ensure department complies with all applicable health, safety, and alcohol laws.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in retail, with a focus on wine and spirits.
- Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role within a grocery or specialty retail environment.
- Ability to perform basic inventory management and cash handling.
- Knowledge of and passion for wine, spirits, and food.
- Local candidates only.
Preferred Qualifications:
- WSET certification or relevant wine/spirits education a plus.
- Experience working with distributors and managing vendor relationships.
- Strong visual merchandising and promotional planning skills.
- Familiarity with seasonal product trends and regional producers.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Oversight of the department team and coordination with store leadership.
Competencies:
- Customer-focused and hospitality-minded.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to regularly lift at least 50 lbs.
- Standing: Up to 8 hours per day.
- Walking: Up to 8 hours per day.
- Reaching: Up to 4 hours per day.
About the Benefits:
- This is a union position with competitive pay.
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pension Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Entertainment Discounts
- Employee Discount on Mollie Stone’s Purchases
- Paid Time Off
Pay range:
$28.41/hour depending on industry experience.
Travel Requirements:
• Occasional travel between stores or to local vendor events may be required.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, benefits, and activities may change at any time.
Mollie Stone’s Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer