Beverage Specialist - Waterfront Mediterranean Experience

Accor; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rixos Premium Dubai in JBR invites applications for a Beverage Specialist to join Josephine, our elevated Mediterranean dining concept overlooking the Arabian Gulf.

You will deliver personalised beverage experiences, advise guests on wines, spirits and cocktails, and support the ongoing development of Josephine's beverage programme in a fast-paced, premium setting. Dubai/UAE experience is preferred and excellent presentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Beverage Specialist or similar in premium venues.
• Knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and beverages.
• WSET certification is highly desirable.
• Dubai/UAE experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised beverage experiences throughout service.
• Provide expert recommendations based on guest preferences, menu selections and the Josephine concept.
• Develop strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, coffees and premium beverage products.
• Support the implementation and continued development of Josephine's beverage programme.
• Ensure beverages are prepared, presented and served according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Work closely with the restaurant, bar and culinary teams to create seamless food and beverage pairings.
• Support beverage tastings, training sessions and ongoing product knowledge development within the team.
• Build strong guest relationships and confidently introduce new products and recommendations.
• Maintain appropriate beverage stock levels while supporting inventory control and minimising wastage.
• Ensure all beverage service complies with UAE regulations, responsible service requirements and Rixos standards.

Skills

Beverage knowledge

Guest engagement

Upselling

Professional presentation

Education

WSET certification

Job description

Rixos Premium Dubai in JBR invites applications for a Beverage Specialist to join Josephine, our elevated Mediterranean dining concept overlooking the Arabian Gulf.

You will deliver personalised beverage experiences, advise guests on wines, spirits and cocktails, and support the ongoing development of Josephine's beverage programme in a fast-paced, premium setting. Dubai/UAE experience is preferred and excellent presentation is essential.