Sommelier

Detailed Duties:

• Create and update the wine list in coordination with Head Sommelier & Restaurant Ops Manager
• Recommend food and wine pairings
• Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
• Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and with the proper glassware
• Manage wine storage and ensure it is fully-stocked
• Manage inventory
• Train wait staff on available wines
• Negotiate purchase prices with vendors
• Organize wine tasting days or wine of the month events as and when needed.
• Keep up to date with trends and new releases
• Comply with all health and safety regulations

Requirements:

• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• WSTE level 2 is desirable. A combination of practical experience and education will be considered
• Outstanding Customer Service, focused and oriented
• Full time flexible hours are required (able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to promote sales and resolve conflict
• Able to work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail ability to multi-task