Description:

Summary:
The sommelier will work closely with the management team to develop and maintain a successful wine program throughout the property.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Advise guests on wine choices based on individual preferences, while enhancing the experience for the guest and profitability for the restaurant.
• Assist with the creation of wine lists appropriate to the venue, ensuring that these lists are accurately printed and changed when necessary.
• Record and manage wine inventory.
• Create and distribute training materials for the staff to ensure that they are knowledgeable on all products offered; conduct tastings of these products on a quarterly or as needed basis.
• Communicate any 86'd items to both the management team and staff.
• Maintain an active floor presence, proactively approaches guests and/or servers to offer assistance.
• Responsible for suggestive sales, proper delivery and description of wine, and properly pouring and refilling of wine in the dining room.
• Provide outstanding customer service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Qualifications

• At least two years previous experience working in a fine dining restaurant
• Full working knowledge of wine in regards to taste, varietals, regions, climates and their effect on the grape, harvesting, and the overall process of winemaking; and maintain current knowledge in the same fields
• Excellent written, verbal and group presentation communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with individuals or small groups of people
• Knowledge of cuisine (Menu)
• Advanced knowledge of wine and liquor including wine service techniques
• Present a professional appearance
• At least 21 years of age
• Sommelier certification preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Bi-lingual preferred.
• Obtain and maintain all work cards as required by the company
• Verify right to work in the United States

Work Cards

• Alcohol Awareness
• Food Handler Health card

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Walk, stand, crouch, or run on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces
• Need to distinguish between shades of color
• Vision, speech, hearing and literacy (critical)

Work Environment Potential Conditions

• Indoor
• Smoky
• Extreme heights

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.