Sommelier

• Recommends wines to patrons based on price, personal taste, and food selection
• Oversees the serving and storage of wine and trains team members on the wine selection
• Ensures wines are served in the correct glassware and at the proper temperature
• Demonstrates a friendly personality, strong knowledge of wine and spirits, and great interpersonal skills
• Possesses an expert understanding of region wine laws, appellations, grape varieties, harvest times, elevation, climate, soil, and fermentation processes
• Ensures that all customers receive the best possible service and care
• Is confident in making recommendations
• Maximizes sales opportunities but not at the expense of the guest having a great time
• Works with restaurant staff to create a positive dining experience for guests
• Greets customers and answers all questions
• Alerts team members when tables need attention if they are not present assists them in helping with their tables
• Has knowledge of the menu, with the ability to make suggestions
• Ensures tables are enjoying their meals and takes action to correct any problems
• Has a thorough knowledge of the wine menu
• Is a professional, valued member of the team with a flexible approach to improving customer experience
• Arrives at work for a scheduled shift and is punctual, always following company absence and lateness procedures if unable to do so
• Ensures that all wine stock levels are maintained, and correct ordering procedures are carried out
• Ensures the wine storage is always kept clean and tidy
• Monitors standards and supply of all appropriate equipment, ensuring management team are aware of any needs
• Ensures all wine lists are current and up to date with management
• Responsible for completing and maintaining monthly wine inventory
• Treats company property with due care and attention
• Attends meetings / training sessions as required by the management team
• Is fully aware of current legislation regarding hygiene, licensing laws, weights, and measures as they apply to the restaurant
• Adheres to and maintains cleaning checklists
• Can remain focused and on-task

• Sommelier: 2 years (Preferred)
• Upscale Fine Dining Service: 2 years (Required)
• Fine Dining: 3 years (Preferred)
• Inventory control: 1 years (Preferred)
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Recommends wines to patrons based on price, personal taste, and food selection
• Oversees the serving and storage of wine and trains team members on the wine selection
• Ensures wines are served in the correct glassware and at the proper temperature
• Demonstrates a friendly personality, strong knowledge of wine and spirits, and great interpersonal skills
• Possesses an expert understanding of region wine laws, appellations, grape varieties, harvest times, elevation, climate, soil, and fermentation processes
• Ensures that all customers receive the best possible service and care
• Is confident in making recommendations
• Maximizes sales opportunities but not at the expense of the guest having a great time
• Works with restaurant staff to create a positive dining experience for guests
• Greets customers and answers all questions
• Alerts team members when tables need attention if they are not present assists them in helping with their tables
• Has knowledge of the menu, with the ability to make suggestions
• Ensures tables are enjoying their meals and takes action to correct any problems
• Has a thorough knowledge of the wine menu
• Is a professional, valued member of the team with a flexible approach to improving customer experience
• Arrives at work for a scheduled shift and is punctual, always following company absence and lateness procedures if unable to do so
• Ensures that all wine stock levels are maintained, and correct ordering procedures are carried out
• Ensures the wine storage is always kept clean and tidy
• Monitors standards and supply of all appropriate equipment, ensuring management team are aware of any needs
• Ensures all wine lists are current and up to date with management
• Responsible for completing and maintaining monthly wine inventory
• Treats company property with due care and attention
• Attends meetings / training sessions as required by the management team
• Is fully aware of current legislation regarding hygiene, licensing laws, weights, and measures as they apply to the restaurant
• Adheres to and maintains cleaning checklists
• Can remain focused and on-task

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