The Fruit Center Marketplace is the South Shore’s premier gourmet and specialty foods retailer. With stores in Milton and Hingham, MA., we have been named to The Boston Globe’s “Top Places to Work” for the last 12 years. We have also been voted “Best Gourmet Food Shop” by the readers of South Shore Living Magazine and we have been voted the #1 deli by Gatehouse Media Reader’s Choice Awards. We are a small family owned and operated company celebrating over 50 years of passionately serving the South Shore community.

This position at our Milton location provides an excellent opportunity to advance your exposure and knowledge within the wine world. We operate a very active wine and craft beer program representing some of the best wineries and breweries both globally and locally. We have a dynamic team of wine associates from all backgrounds who have all been with our company for over a decade. Plus there will be opportunities for ongoing education in wine and craft beer.

Qualifications:

- Strong customer service skills.

- Ability and eagerness to cultivate relationships with customers by understanding their wine preferences and earning their trust through recommendations and service.

- Willing to continue to taste, learn and participate in tastings both on site and off to further your wine knowledge.

- Well organized with good time management skills.

- Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds.

- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Additional Responsibilities:

- Receive, price and restock inventory.

- Assist with special events.

- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Ideally we are looking for candidates with experience with wine and craft beer but are willing to train the right candidate.

Please include a cover letter and resume. No phone calls please.