Sommelier

Position Overview

The Sommelier position is responsible for the development and management of the Wine Program including the Wine List, Wine Locker Program and Wine Society. The Sommelier must have a great personality and be able to communicate with members and guests that might share different levels of wine knowledge and must be able to promote and grow the Wine Program.

Key responsibilities

• Answer guest questions or concerns regarding the origin, vintage, and style of various wines.
• Create, update and maintain wine lists.
• Pair and suggest wines that will best complement menu items.
• Attend wine tastings and develop relationships with vendors.
• Request new wines and products.
• Answer guest questions or concerns regarding the origin, vintage, and style of various wines.
• Decant wines appropriately to the wine type.
• Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor inventory of wine cellar, ensuring appropriate quality and amounts of wine, proper storage and disposal of wines, and replenishing cellar as needed.
• Train and educate server and bartender staff on wine origin, vintage, styles, and pairings.
• Pair and suggest wines that will best complement each particular food menu item.
• Request new wines and products to complement existing menu selections.
• Conduct period inventories to ensure percentage cost is at or below budgeted levels.
• Order and conduct inventory of specialty wine equipment and glassware.
• Create and update wine lists for outlets or restaurants.
• Design and implement wine promotions and incentive programs.
• Meet with wine distributors, wineries, and purveyors to stay abreast of latest products and ensure positive vendor relationships.
• Design and implement wine promotions and incentive programs.
• Monitor and replenish inventory of wine cellar, equipment, and glassware.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Hospitality related field
• Certification as a Sommelier 
• 2-3  years’ minimum experience in the same position or similar position
• Excellent Knowledge of English Language
• Highly effective communication and organizational Skills
• Strong Technical skills and extensive knowledge about beverages and wines
• Excellent leadership, management, and team building skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of Hotel software 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a food handler certification

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, according to qualifications and experience.