Head Sommelier - Chinese

Wynn Al Marjan Island; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE invites a Head Sommelier – Chinese to lead the resort's wine program within the Beverage team. The role focuses on brand ambassador duties, wine list leadership, and delivering personalized experiences to high-end guests and members.

You will oversee tastings, staff training, and inventory management while maintaining strict service standards in a luxury, multi-venue setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 years required for alcohol service regulations.
• 3–5 years sommelier experience in luxury hospitality or integrated resort.
• Certified Sommelier qualification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and uphold Wynn Al Marjan Island values, wine program standards, and service excellence across the sommelier team.
• Act as Wynn brand ambassador, building relationships with staff, members, guests, and partners.
• Collaborate with Administrative Wine Team and Membership Team on wine sales and growth initiatives.
• Oversight of wine list development, team knowledge, and luxury service standards.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and personalized experiences for members and guests.
• Plan and lead wine tastings, seminars, and staff training to boost engagement and knowledge.
• Develop wine expertise and support operational excellence.

Skills

Sommeliere experience

Wine knowledge

Leadership

English fluency

POS systems

Education

Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers / WSET)

Job description

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will belocated50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.

About the Position:

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Head Sommelier – Chinese to join theresorts Beverageteam.

The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Lead and uphold Wynn Al Marjan Island values, wine program standards, and service excellence across the sommelier team.
• Act as a Wynn brand ambassador, building positive relationships with employees, members, guests, and business partners.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Wine Team and Membership Team to support projects, wine sales initiatives, and business growth opportunities.
• Oversee wine list development, team knowledge, and adherence to luxury wine service standards and safety requirements.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and personalized experiences tailored to members' and guests' preferences.
• Plan and lead wine tastings, educational seminars, team training sessions, and pre-shift briefings to enhance engagement and knowledge.
• Continuously develop wine expertise, support operational excellence, and perform additional leadership responsibilities as required.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum age of 21 years in accordance with alcohol service regulations and licensing requirements.
• 3-5 years of sommelier experience in a luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant, or integrated resort environment.
• Certified Sommelier qualification (Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, vintages, food pairing principles, and wine service techniques.
• Proven experience in wine list development, cellar management, inventory control, and maintaining stock levels.
• Strong leadership, communication, guest service, and team development skills, with experience training and mentoring staff.
• Fluent in English, proficient in POS systems, flexible to work varying schedules, and passionate about wine and hospitality.

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as incentive programs, and other employee benefits . The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant sseeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.