Sommelier | Rose Wood

Description

The ideal sommelier candidate is proactive, upbeat, thorough, team-oriented, and has an immaculate attention to detail. The sommelier is responsible for delivering excellent wine service, while working with the service team to create world class hospitality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively engage in service and lead with a hands-on approach

• Take the lead in growing wine sales in the restaurants.

• Maintain and update wine lists with 86’s prior to every service.

• Anticipate guest needs and maintain positive guest relations at all times.

• Advise guests on wines based on their personal taste and food pairings.

• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and with the proper glassware.

• Maintain pars and report order needs.

• Help maintain the wine cellar, the beverage storeroom, and assist in monthly inventories.

• Create and participate in staff wine tasting and educational opportunities.

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.

• Complete opening side and closing side duties thoroughly and efficiently as assigned.

• Model the company’s culture, vision, mission and core values at all times.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience as a sommelier in fine dining or luxury resort preferred but not required.

• CMS or WSET certifications or equivalent from another accredited wine institution.

• Desire to learn about local Mexican history and culture.

• Passionate about wine, food, and world class hospitality.

• Warm, friendly and an excellent communicator.

• Proficient in English and Spanish (Spoken and Writing). Other languages are a plus.

• Ability to teach and encourage service staff to develop their wine knowledge.

• Extensive knowledge of wine and formal wine service.

• Working knowledge of cocktails and spirits.

• Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays.