Sommelier

Job Description

The Sommelier is responsible for guiding guests through the wine list, making recommendations, and ensuring wine pairings enhance the dining experience. This role requires expert-level knowledge of wine, a deep understanding of food pairings, and outstanding guest engagement skills.

This full-time position has an hourly rate of $20.00 plus tips.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide expert wine service and recommendations tailored to guest preferences.
• Assist in maintaining and curating the restaurant’s wine inventory.
• Educate guests and staff on wine regions, varietals, and pairing techniques.
• Conduct wine tastings, trainings, and special pairing events.
• Maintain relationships with wine distributors, vendors, and wineries to ensure access to the best selections.
• Monitor wine storage conditions and cellar organization.
• Ensure compliance with all local and state alcohol service regulations.
• Collaborate with chefs and beverage directors to create a dynamic and evolving wine program.
  
  

Qualifications

• Certified Sommelier designation required (Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET Level 3, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Sommelier in a fine dining or luxury hospitality setting.
• Proficiency in wine list management, including inventory control and cost analysis.
• Strong understanding of classic and modern wine pairing techniques.
• Exceptional ability to engage with guests and provide a personalized experience.
• Experience with high-profile clientele and VIP guest services preferred.
• Familiarity with POS and reservation systems to track wine sales and guest preferences.
• Knowledge of spirits, aperitifs, and non-alcoholic beverage pairings is a plus.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages, particularly French, Italian, or Spanish, are highly desirable.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Skills

• Deep knowledge of Old and New World wines, varietals, and regions.
• Ability to pair wines with complex dishes and guest preferences.
• Strong storytelling skills to enhance the guest wine experience.
• Advanced communication and engagement skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail in wine service and storage.
• Strong multitasking ability in a high-energy, luxury dining setting.
• Ability to educate and train service staff on wine knowledge and sales techniques.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas
• Ability to move safely in uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Remain active, constantly moving, or prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer throughout work shift or prolonged standing for a period
• Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of constantly moving objects, may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Additional Information

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