Junior Sommelier - Shimmers - Jumeirah Mina Al Salam

Jumeirah Group - Other locations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality brand in the UAE is seeking a Junior Sommelier for their Shimmers team at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. The successful candidate will manage wine stock, assist in recommending wine options during service, and maintain wine storage organization. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, be proficient in English, and possess WSET certification. The role offers an attractive tax-free salary and other generous benefits, making it ideal for high-performing individuals in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Accommodation

Health care package

Flights home

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role at a luxury property.
• Ability to communicate in English and a second language.
• Strong background in food and beverage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor wine stock effectively.
• Support wine service and customer recommendations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of wine storage.

Skills

Wine knowledge

English proficiency

Customer service

Team collaboration

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.