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Takara Sake USA Tasting Room Associate

TAKARA SAKE USA INC

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Takara Sake USA Inc. is currently looking for a part-time associate for our sake tasting room. Takara Sake USA Inc., is a member of Takara Group, the leading corporation of alcohol-related business and biotechnology based in Japan. Takara Sake USA Inc. was established in 1983 in Berkeley, California. The main products produced in Berkeley are the "Sho Chiku Bai" brand of Sake, "Takara Mirin" and Plum wine. We also have a unique Tasting Room and Sake Museum. It is our hope to introduce the public not only to different types of sake but also to Japanese culture through our facilities. This position is ideal for someone who has a passion for sake and its traditions, is eager to continue learning, and possesses attention to detail, organizational skills, time management, physical stamina, and problem-solving abilities, with an added interest in or knowledge of Japanese culture being a huge plus.

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Job Summary
Employment Status Part-time
Job Type Construction / Manufacture
Required Language English/Japanese
Number of Positions 1-2
Work Location 708 Addison Street, Berkeley (Southwest Berkeley), California, 94710 アメリカ合衆国
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Work Hours 10:00～18:30
[Work Hours detail]
Weekends (Saturdays and/or Sundays) from 11:00 am to 6:30pm, and weekdays, with a commitment of less than 30 hours per week.
Job Description Specific Responsibilities Include (Not limited to the following duties):
Tasting Room:
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests, maximizing the customer experience
• Maintain the highest level of customer service and professionalism with guests, management, and co-workers
• Respond promptly and appropriately to all guest requests and concerns
• Quickly recognize the signs that a guest should not be served alcohol and take appropriate action to professionally address the situation
• Develop basic knowledge of the sakes and sake-making practices to continually promote and educate guests on the offerings
• Responsibly pour selected sakes for visitors according to tasting room guidelines and procedures and in accordance with laws and regulations
• Opening and closing, stocking sake and retail products, and assisting with the proper display and pricing of retail items
• Handle POS transactions on an integrated cash register
• Assist customers to their vehicles with large purchases (Must be able to lift 40 lbs)
• Clean tasting room, bathroom facilities, wash and polish glassware used in the tasting room
• Available to work special events on weekends and evenings
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and assist as needed with ensuring all shifts are appropriately staffed.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Support the team to meet and exceed the sales goals

Others (Not limited to the following duties):
• Packaging and Shipping Online Orders:
Accurately pack products for shipment, ensuring all items are securely and safely packaged to prevent damage during transit.
• Packing POS Materials & Product Samples:
Efficiently pack Point of Sale (POS) materials, product samples, and other promotional items, and arrange for shipping.
• Sales Administration Support:
Assist in managing the inventory of products and POS materials, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.

Skills and qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in any situation
• Attentiveness and patience
• Team-oriented with the ability to share work effectively
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective time-management skills
• Attention to detail for accurate packaging
• Clear communication with team, supervisor, and manager
• Physical stamina to handle and lift products

General Qualifications:
• Must be at least 21 years
• Prior work experience with bar/restaurant, brewery, winery, and/or service experience a plus
• Detail oriented
• Fluent English
• Fluent Japanese preferred but not necessary
• Able to lift and carry heavy objects (25 - 50 lbs)
• Able to stand, walk, lift and bend for about 7 hours during shifts
• Able to reliably work on weekdays (Wednesday, Thursday, and/or Friday) and on weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) with a commitment of less than 30 hours per week
• Able to work flexibly outside of regular tasting room hours, including Mondays and Tuesdays, to fulfill additional responsibilities.
• Able to maintain excellent customer service and professional appearance suitable for guest interaction while working under pressure
Compensation Hourly $20.00 - $22.00
Raise / Bonus Summer and winter bonuses
Benefits Paid sick leave
Employee discount
401K

Company Summary
Company NameTAKARA SAKE USA INC
Websitehttps://www.takarasake.com/

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Job RequirementsSkills and qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in any situation
• Attentiveness and patience
• Team-oriented with the ability to share work effectively
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective time-management skills
• Attention to detail for accurate packaging
• Clear communication with team, supervisor, and manager
• Physical stamina to handle and lift products

General Qualifications:
• Must be at least 21 years
• Prior work experience with bar/restaurant, brewery, winery, and/or service experience a plus
• Detail oriented
• Fluent English
• Fluent Japanese preferred but not necessary
• Able to lift and carry heavy objects (25 - 50 lbs)
• Able to stand, walk, lift and bend for about 7 hours during shifts
• Able to reliably work weekends (Saturdays and/or Sundays) from 11:00 am to 6:30pm, and weekdays with a commitment of less than 30 hours per week
• Able to work flexibly outside of regular tasting room hours, including Mondays and Tuesdays, to fulfill additional responsibilities.
• Able to maintain excellent customer service and professional appearance suitable for guest interaction while working under pressure
Posting Period: 2025/11/24 (Mon) - 2025/12/25 (Thu)
* Application period may close early depending on the situation.
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