Lead Sommelier – Indo-Persian Luxury Resort

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary in AED

Excellent leave policy

Healthcare package

Life insurance

Incentive programs

Other employee benefits

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a Head Sommelier for its IndoPersian Restaurant to lead the wine program within a luxury hospitality environment. The role requires deep wine knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of sommelier experience in upscale settings and a certified Sommelier qualification. Fluency in English, POS proficiency, and flexible scheduling are essential.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age per alcohol service regulations.
• 3–5 years of sommelier experience in luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant or integrated resort environment.
• Certified Sommellier qualification preferred (Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or equivalent).
• Extensive knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, vintages, food pairing principles, and wine service techniques.
• Experience in wine list development, cellar management, inventory control and stock maintenance.
• Strong leadership, communication, guest service and staff mentoring skills.
• Fluent in English; proficient with POS systems; flexible schedules; passionate about wine and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• 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 relationships with staff, members, guests and partners.
• Collaborate with Administrative Wine Team and Membership Team on projects, wine sales initiatives and business growth.
• Oversee wine list development, team knowledge, luxury service standards and safety requirements.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and personalized experiences for members and guests.
• Plan and lead wine tastings, educational seminars, training sessions and pre-shift briefings.
• Develop wine expertise, support operational excellence and take on leadership duties as required.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Leadership

Wine knowledge

Training

Guest service

English fluency

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a Head Sommelier for its IndoPersian Restaurant to lead the wine program within a luxury hospitality environment. The role requires deep wine knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of sommelier experience in upscale settings and a certified Sommelier qualification. Fluency in English, POS proficiency, and flexible scheduling are essential.