Wine & Spirits Expert Wanted – Full-Time Duty manager

Liquorland Whitianga is a locally owned, family-run store, recognised within the Liquorland network as a Regional Franchise winner and Sel Granger Award recipient.

We’re looking for an experienced Duty Manager with strong wine or spirits expertise to join our team.

This role is ideal for someone who genuinely knows their product — whether that’s wine, whisky, gin, tequila, rum, or premium spirits — and enjoys sharing that knowledge with customers every day.

This is not a “point and sell” role.

It’s about helping customers choose well.

THE ROLE

• Full-time – 40.5 hours per week

• Tuesday–Saturday roster

• Duty Manager responsibilities including compliance, store supervision & customer service

• Strong focus on wine & spirits recommendations

• Supporting tastings, new product launches & range presentation

• Busy but organised store with high standards

• Hands-on owners who are present, fair & supportive

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT SOMEONE WHO

• Has retail and/or liquor experience

• Has strong wine or spirits knowledge (work, hospitality, tastings, study or personal interest)

• Is confident talking to customers about flavour profiles, regions & styles

• Is calm, professional & reliable

• Holds a Duty Manager Certificate (or is actively working towards it)

• Is physically able to handle stock & deliveries, including regular lifting of cartons, kegs & stock trolleys

WHAT WE OFFER

• Pay $28.95–$32/hr, depending on experience & wine or spirits knowledge

• Stable hours & a consistent roster

• A positive, respectful work environment

• A role where product knowledge is genuinely valued & used daily

• Opportunities to be involved in tastings & range development

• Staff discount on in-store purchases

TO APPLY

Please email your CV (or a brief introduction) to [email protected] and include:

• A short summary of your retail or liquor experience

• Your Duty Manager status (held or working towards)

• Confirmation you’re comfortable with the physical requirements

• A brief outline of your wine or spirits background or areas of interest

Or get in touch for a confidential chat with Lance 078665942

Applications will be reviewed as they come in and may close early once the right person is found.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.