Liquor Store Clerk / Assistant Store Manager

We are seeking a reliable, customer-focused, and organized Liquor Store Clerk / Assistant Manager to join our team in Washington, D.C. In this dual role, you will handle daily retail store operations, deliver exceptional customer service, manage stock, and assist with inventory management and vendor orders. Candidates must be dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable managing both customer-facing interactions and backend inventory operations. Key Responsibilities Point of Sale & Register Management: Operate cash registers, process cash and card payments accurately, manage cash drawers, and maintain a fast, friendly checkout process. Customer Service & Sales Support: Assist customers with product selection, offer knowledgeable recommendations across wine, spirits, and craft beer, and maintain a clean, welcoming store environment. Stocking & Merchandising: Unload shipments, restock shelves, coolers, and display cases, rotate inventory, and ensure proper product pricing/labeling. Order Management: Monitor inventory levels, track high-demand items, prepare purchase lists, and place restock orders with distributors. Inventory Control & Counting: Conduct routine physical inventory counts, audit stock levels, log discrepancies, and assist in preventing shrinkage/loss. Compliance & Security: Strictly enforce Washington, D.C. Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) regulations by verifying customer IDs to prevent sales to minors or intoxicated individuals. Schedule Requirements Hours: 40 hours per week (Full-Time). Availability: Must have open availability for daytime shifts, evening/closing shifts, and weekends . Qualifications & Requirements Must be 21 years of age or older (required for alcoholic beverage handling and sales in D.C.). Prior retail, cashier, or customer service experience (liquor, wine, or grocery retail experience preferred). Basic knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer (or eagerness to learn). Ability to handle physical requirements of the job: lifting up to 40–50 lbs (cases of liquor/beer) and standing for extended periods. Strong basic math skills for cash handling, counting inventory, and order reconciliation. Responsible, punctual, and detail-oriented. Benefits & Perks Employee discount on products. Consistent full-time scheduling (40 hours/week). Opportunity for growth and advancement into lead management. Pay: $18.50 - $22.50 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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