Stocker

Role

Responsible for receiving, organizing, stocking, and maintaining alcoholic beverages and related merchandise in a liquor store. The position requires strong knowledge of liquor products, safe handling practices, inventory organization, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload liquor, beer, wine, and other merchandise from deliveries.
• Verify incoming shipments against invoices and check quantities, product types, and condition.
• Stock shelves, coolers, displays, and storage areas according to store standards.
• Organize liquor inventory by brand, category, size, and product type for easy access.
• Rotate stock and monitor products for damaged, leaking, expired, or improperly stored merchandise.
• Maintain an organized and clean stockroom, sales floor, and cooler areas.
• Assist with inventory counts and report low-stock or overstocked items to management.
• Safely move and lift cases, boxes, kegs, and other heavy merchandise.
• Assist customers with locating products and provide basic product information when needed.
• Maintain attractive and properly faced merchandise displays.
• Follow all store policies and applicable laws regarding the handling and sale of alcoholic beverages.
• Assist sales associates and management with restocking during busy periods.
• Help maintain a safe work environment and promptly report spills, damaged products, or other hazards.

Required Work Experience

• Previous liquor store, beverage, wine, beer, or spirits industry experience is required.
• Experience stocking and handling alcoholic beverages in a retail environment.
• Familiarity with major liquor, beer, and wine brands and common product categories.
• Previous experience receiving deliveries, checking invoices, stocking shelves, and organizing inventory.
• Experience working in a fast-paced retail environment is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift and move cases of alcoholic beverages and other merchandise.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol retailing and age-verification requirements.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Additional education or training in retail, inventory management, beverage merchandising, or the alcohol/beverage industry is a plus.
• Any required state or local alcohol-service training or certification is preferred.

Skills

• Liquor industry knowledge and experience
• Inventory management and stock organization
• Knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, and liquor brands
• Product receiving and invoice verification
• Shelf stocking and merchandising
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Physical strength and ability to lift heavy cases
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service and communication skills
• Teamwork and reliability
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of alcohol retail regulations and store policies
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

At Sibley Liquor Mart, we are committed to providing a premium and convenient shopping experience for our community. Our store offers a carefully curated selection of spirits, wines, beers, and everyday essentials at competitive prices.
We take pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming environment where customers can shop with confidence. Our team is dedicated to delivering excellent service, product knowledge, and efficiency with every visit.
Whether you're planning a celebration or simply stopping by, Sibley Liquor Mart is your trusted neighborhood destination for quality and value.

Pay: Starting at $15.00 / hour

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site

Dolton. 1139 Sibley Blvd, Dolton, IL, 60419