Junior Sommelier - Shimmers - Jumeirah Mina Al Salam

Dubai Holding; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Holding seeks a Junior Sommelier for Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. The role requires monitoring wine stock, supporting service with wine recommendations, and contributing to team knowledge. Ideal candidates will have WSET certification and experience in a luxury hospitality environment. Attractive benefits and career opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Reduced hotel rates

Health care package

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in a 5-star luxury property.
• Proficient in English and a second language, ideally European.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage wine stock, ensuring proper rotation and storage.
• Support service by recommending wines and refilling glasses.

Skills

Wine Expertise

Communication

Organization

Education

WSET Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Micros

Sevenrooms

Job description

About Jumeirah:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travelers.

About Madinat Jumeirah:

Set along a two-kilometers stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah is a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels. Each offers uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, with experiences ranging from the contemporary elegance of Jumeirah Al Naseem to the majestic Arabesque charm of Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can also enjoy the serene waterfront setting of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and the secluded Arabian houses of Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality. The resort features over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah, dedicated kids’ clubs and some of the region’s most versatile event and conference spaces.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sommelier to join the Shimmers team in Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Monitor and manage wine stock, ensure proper rotation, storage, and minimize wastage from opened bottles.
• Support service by recommending wines, refilling glasses, and taking new orders during service.
• Prepare mise en place, keep wine cabinets clean and organized, and label open bottles correctly.
• Communicate wine availability updates and suggest changes to wine lists when needed.
• Participate in daily briefings, share feedback, and assist the team when required. Join training sessions, tastings, and contribute to team wine knowledge.
• Assist in inventories, report variances, and complete assigned tasks on time. Maintain wine chillers at correct temperatures and record them accurately.

About You:

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

• One or two years of experience in the same role with a strong F&B background in a 5-star luxury property or a standalone/branded restaurant.
• Proficient in English and a second language (European languages are desirable).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Micros, and Sevenrooms.
• Expert in Wine, WSET certification required.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.