Work & Volunteer
We hear you: you want to work in wine.
These are some ways to get your feet wet or truly dive in to the local wine community!
Opportunities at This is Wine School
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We currently do not have any open positions at This is Wine School.
Check back here in the future for updates!
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Occasionally we need help with special events or during class.
If you’ve completed WSET with us and would like to stay part of our community and keep learning, we would be happy to have you!
Requirements:
Serving It Right Certified
Comfortable pouring from bottles + decanters for large groups
Able to hold a tray and handle glassware
Excited to continue learning about the wide world of wine
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Accessibility and equity in this wide world of wine are at the core of what we care about and do. We recognize barriers exist to the understanding of wine and are committed to finding ways to make it joyful and understandable to all. We see wine as a positive catalyst for socio-cultural, environmental, and economic change, and hope that you embody this same ethos.
We hope to find ways to bring the beauty of wine culture to diverse peoples. While we don’t expect you to have all the answers to how to do these things, we do hope that you can find meaning, as we do, in the ways to find them.
Wine is always a moving target that shifts with climate change, political context, and scientific exploration. Dogmatic ideology, whether it be an old-school ‘natural wine is gross’ or even a more contemporary ‘sulfites are always the enemy’ ignores much of the progress and potential for change our industry can provide. We hope more than anything to make wine feel positive and uplifting.
Find out more about us HERE
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The Stable House Bistro ~ Brasserie Coquette ~ Fiore Famiglia ~ The Painted Ship
We are currently hiring three Server Sommeliers—one each for The Stable House
Bistro, Brasserie Coquette, and Fiore Famiglia.
We are looking for passionate, hospitality-driven professionals who are excited about delivering exceptional guest experiences and sharing their enthusiasm for food and wine.
This role is ideal for someone who loves wine, food, and creating memorable guest experiences. While the primary focus is service, you’ll also work closely with the Wine
Director to support and help grow our beverage program.
The Role
Guest Experience
Deliver warm, knowledgeable, and professional service
Guide guests through wine selections and food pairings
Execute thoughtful wine service, including sparkling wine service and decanting
Maintain a strong understanding of our food, wine, and cocktail offerings
Wine Program Support
Assist with inventory management, ordering, and maintaining par levels
Update wine lists and beverage menus
Help organize and maintain wine storage areas
Working with the Wine Director support the ongoing development of our wine program
Team Communication & Education
Communicate menu changes, new wines, and beverage updates to the team
Participate in staff education and training
Foster a culture of learning, hospitality, and collaboration
What We Are Looking For
Experience serving in a quality-focused restaurant
A genuine passion for wine and hospitality
Sommelier certification, WSET, or equivalent experience is an asset
Strong communication and organizational skills
A positive attitude, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit
If you are excited about great food, great wine, and being part of a team that values hospitality and continuous learning, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Christina Hartigan at hartiganwine@gmail.com
Please specify which restaurant location you would be interested in joining.
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Currently looking for a full time employee, but applications also open for a part-time employee to work one to two shifts a week.
Retail Sales Floor Associate
Full-Time | Vancouver, BC
Job Overview
Are you passionate about Wine, Spirits and Beer and wanting to expand your knowledge and experience in a specialized retail environment? Marquis Wine Cellars, Vancouver’s premier independent Wine Store, is looking to hire a Retail Sales Floor Associate on a full-time basis to provide excellent service our customers and to support daily store operations.
Since Marquis Wine Cellars deals directly with the public, people skills are a must. We are looking for someone who is friendly, out-going and who understands the finer points of working in a consumer-oriented retail environment.
Key Responsibilities
Greet and assist customers with wine, spirit and beer selections.
Reply to customer queries in-store, on the phone or via email.
Operate our POS system and process payments via cash, Interac and credit card.
Restock shelves, fridges, case stacks and displays on an ongoing basis.
Ensure all shelves and displays are organized, well-stocked, faced and properly priced.
Assist in the unloading and stocking of daily and weekly deliveries of wine, spirits and beer.
Assist in the picking and packing of customer orders for in-store pickup.
Assist in the picking, packaging and shipping of customers orders received in-store, over the phone, via email or through our website.
Maintain cleanliness and organization on an ongoing basis across all inside and outside areas of the store.
Restock all store supplies as needed and inform General Manager when products need to be re-ordered.
Empty recycling and garbage bins as needed.
Assist with event setup and execution.
Various other day to day tasks associated with operations of a retail wine store.
Qualifications
Must be 19 years of age or older.
WSET Level 1 or equivalent Wine, Beer and Spirits knowledge.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Computer literate (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
Friendly and reliable with a mature attitude.
Self-motivated and willing to learn.
Responsible Service BC Certificate (can be acquired at time of hiring).
Ability to work varying shifts including evenings and weekends.
Capable to lift boxes weighing up to 40lbs repeatedly.
Able to stand for extended periods of time.
Why Join the Marquis Wine Cellars Team
Generous staff discount.
Casual dress.
Pay rate that is above the industry average.
Joining a team of wine, beer and spirit loving individuals.
On the job wine education plus formal instruction led by industry experts.
Ability to attend a variety of in-store and industry tastings.
Benefits package available after one year of employment.
Schedule
4 to 5 shifts per week.
Up to 8 hour shifts per day.
Available weekdays, weekends and evenings.
Available on statutory holidays.
To apply: Please email Jon Ellison at jonellison@marquis-wines.com with a cover letter and resume.
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