Sommelier

SLS; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dubai is looking for an experienced Sommelier to manage the wine selection and enhance guest experiences through food and wine pairings. Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining the wine cellar, and organizing wine tastings. Candidates should have a deep understanding of wines, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier or similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of different wines and wine regions.
• Availability to work during opening hours, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create and update the wine list.
• Recommend food and wine pairings.
• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature.

Skills

Creative food and wine pairing

Knowledge of wines

Good communication skills

Customer contact skills

Problem resolution skills

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Create and update the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Food and Beverage Manager
• Recommend food and wine pairings
• Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
• Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
• Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
• Manage wine cellar and ensure it is fully-stocked
• Train wait staff on available wines
• Negotiate purchase prices with vendors
• Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events
• Comply with all health and safety regulations

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward / Stewardess or similar role
• Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
• Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type
• Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries
• Understanding of the winemaking process
• Good communication skills
• Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to meet with wine producers and visit wine-tasting events
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
• Team player with a creative and outgoing personality
• Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
• Good customer contact skills; good problem resolution skills
• Good Food and Beverage product knowledge. A good knowledge of beverage service styles and techniques, beverage preparation and specialized beverage orders of service is required. A good knowledge of all hard liquor, wines, mixes / cocktails