Entry Level Wine Cellar Associate

Job Description

Job Summary

Bern’s Steak House is seeking entry-level Wine Cellar Associates. This role involves cleaning, organizing, sorting, and meticulously maintaining the warehouse and wine cellar in a fast-paced environment. No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities And Duties (PM Shift: 4 PM – Midnight)

• Conduct tours of the wine cellar.
• Accurately locate specific bottles within the extensive wine collection.
• Polish glassware to high standards.
• Assist in maintaining the organization, cleanliness, and safety of both the wine cellar and warehouse.
• Restock wines daily using inventory from a nearby warehouse location. This task requires a fair amount of climbing ladders in both the warehouse and the cellar.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the entire shift.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds consistently.
• Adherence to all sanitation policies and cleanliness standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work quickly, safely, and effectively.
• Capability to multitask efficiently in a high-volume restaurant setting.

You will be working under the guidance of four Sommeliers, alongside a team of approximately a dozen other wine cellar stewards, within a fast-paced kitchen environment.

This is an ideal position for individuals studying for Level Sommelier certification, as it offers daily opportunities to taste wines and receive education from tenured staff.

Benefits And Perks

Immediate Benefits

• Closed on Mondays.
• Holiday Bonus Shift Pay for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Eve.
• Custom Supplemental Insurance Coverages through AFLAC, including:
  • Life Insurance Policy (10-, 20-, & 30-year terms)
  • Short Term Disability Income Insurance
  • Accident Advantage On/Off Job Insurance
  • Cancer Protection Insurance
  • Critical Care Protection Insurance
  • Hospital Choice Insurance
• Bereavement Pay for Loss of Immediate Family, Extended Family, and Pets.
• Family First Discounts:
  • 20% off entire bill at Haven restaurant & bar for employee and up to 3 guests.
  • 20% off food and non-alcoholic drinks at Bern’s Steak House for employee and up to 3 guests.
  • 20% off food and non-alcoholic drinks at the Harry Waugh Dessert Room for employee and up to 3 guests.
  • 10% off total purchase at Bern’s Fine Wines & Spirits retail store.
  • 20% off entire bill for all meal periods at Élevage SOHO Kitchen & Bar for employee.
  • 20% off Spa Services at Spa Evangeline for employee.
  • 20% off Epicurean Theatre classes per online purchase.
• Marriott Friends and Family Discount for hotel accommodations.
• Complimentary Family Meal and/or $3 Discounted Meal per shift.
• Free, Secure, Covered Parking.

After 90 Days of Employment

• Custom Packaging Health Plan Options with Tenured-Based Employer Contribution:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
• Internal Career Growth Opportunities.

After 1 Year of Employment

• Tenured Anniversary Pay for maintaining full-time status (5 days up to 20 days paid annually).
• 401K Employer Match of 25% up to the first 6%.
• Education Reimbursement Program for Approved Courses and Certifications, with supplemental reimbursement for travel and materials.

The Company values a diverse workforce with all the unique qualities that individuals of various backgrounds and experiences offer our organization. We are committed to providing opportunities and developing employees to their fullest potential without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, disability, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law.