At Water'n'Wine, we love our work. We get to share our passion for good wine and good fun in a environment that values people more than product or dollars.

All business is built on relationships. And we strive to foster those relationships, whether it's with our clients, our suppliers, or our teammates.

We are always interested in hearing from people who share these values:

  • We will always take care of the client.
  • We operate with eager professionalism.
  • We are good leaders (and better servants) in our community.

We offer part-time and full-time employment with opportunities for growth and advancement in a workplace where each individual has the support they need to be the best version of themselves.

Are you a student looking for a co-op, internship, or similar position? Email eric@truro.wine to inquire about opportunities.

Current Opening - Wine Sales Associate

The Short Story

We make wine for amazing people! Water’n’Wine is Truro’s premier urban winery, making personalized small-batch products for our wine-loving clients. And we’re growing! If you enjoy serving the public and have a passion for wine, beer, cider, or spirits, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

This is a full-time retail sales associate position with opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will help your clients select the best wines for their personal tastes, and assist them through the sales process and with packaging.

Main responsibilities include:

  • Typical sales clerk duties
  • Assisting clients in choosing wine and beer products for home and in-store brewing
  • Assisting in manufacturing and packaging wine

Qualifications

You need to:

  • Be able to lift 55 lbs repeatedly. We do a lot of heavy lifting here.
  • Be a people person. Our business is built on relationships with repeat clients, and getting excited about wine with our people.
  • Be comfortable using a desktop computer and a tablet.
  • Be available to work occasional evenings and Saturdays.

It’s a bonus if you have:

  • Passion for wine and/or beer, cider, spirits, etc
  • Experience with winemaking
  • Experience in boutique sales or in the hospitality industry
  • Experience in a commercial kitchen or another environment that demands a high level of cleanliness for food preparation

What we offer

  • Starting wage of $16.00 per hour (or higher if you have experience).
  • Flexible shift scheduling
  • Formal sales training
  • Product training for wine, beer and other alcoholic beverages
  • Performance-based salary increases – you are paid based on what you can do, not how long you’ve been here.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a short cover letter to eric@truro.wine . No phone calls please. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The people who work here are passionate about the alcoholic beverage industry. In your cover letter, please mention a wine, beer, or other drink that you enjoy.