Lead Sommelier – Dubai DIFC Wine Program & Team Growth

La Petite Maison (LPM); Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Maison (LPM) in Dubai (DIFC) seeks a skilled Sommelier leader to mentor the wine team and elevate the guest experience. You will organize weekly meetings, evaluate performance, and ensure flawless service in line with LPM standards.

You will be the wine authority, train staff on wine pairings and tools, and stay abreast of hospitality trends. Build strong supplier relations and enrich the cellar with carefully selected offerings.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years’ experience with wine, minimum 2 years as Assistant Head Sommelier.
• WSET level 2 or higher.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Familiarity with POS systems and cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor the team; organize weekly meetings and evaluate performance.
• Create memorable guest experiences by maintaining LPM standards and relationships.
• Be the wine expert; train staff on wines and operational tools.
• Stay aligned with hospitality trends and monitor customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with wine suppliers; negotiate terms and enrich the cellar.

Skills

Wine expertise

Leadership

English fluency

Staff training

POS proficiency

Education

WSET Level 2+

Tools

POS systems

Job description

La Petite Maison (LPM) in Dubai (DIFC) seeks a skilled Sommelier leader to mentor the wine team and elevate the guest experience. You will organize weekly meetings, evaluate performance, and ensure flawless service in line with LPM standards.

You will be the wine authority, train staff on wine pairings and tools, and stay abreast of hospitality trends. Build strong supplier relations and enrich the cellar with carefully selected offerings.