Head Sommelier — Luxury Wine Program Lead

KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED; Dubai; Vor Ort; AED 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous F&B privileges

Health insurance with dental coverage

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Zusammenfassung

Kerzner International Limited is seeking a Head Sommelier for Carbone in Dubai to lead wine program development, selection, and guest wine recommendations with a focus on pairing excellence. You will collaborate with the Restaurant Manager and Wine Manager to rotate stock and maintain premium service standards across a luxury hospitality environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in luxury dining or hotel wine programs, international experience preferred, and a strong ability to train staff

Qualifikationen

• Solid background in luxury restaurants or hotels.
• WSET Level 3 qualification mandatory.
• International experience preferred.
• Experience preparing wine lists, maintaining wine stock and training staff required.

Aufgaben

• Search, select and buy wines with Procurement.
• Ensure wines are stored, presented and served to standards.
• Assist in creating and developing wine stocks and wine lists.
• Review wine list to reflect trends and appeal to diverse guests.
• Support managers in wine sales and advise on best wine pairings for guests/events.
• Provide wine training to staff to up-sell and maximise revenue.
• Create wine experiences for guests with recommendations on wine and after-dinner drinks.

Kenntnisse

Wine pairing knowledge

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

WSET Level 3

Jobbeschreibung

Kerzner International Limited is seeking a Head Sommelier for Carbone in Dubai to lead wine program development, selection, and guest wine recommendations with a focus on pairing excellence. You will collaborate with the Restaurant Manager and Wine Manager to rotate stock and maintain premium service standards across a luxury hospitality environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in luxury dining or hotel wine programs, international experience preferred, and a strong ability to train staff