Sommelier

Wickaninnish Inn; Tofino; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino, BC, is seeking a skilled Sommelier for The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, and related outlets.

You will lead wine and spirits service, guide guest selections and pairings, and drive inventory and quality control across multiple venues.

Candidates should hold Sommelier certifications along with Serving It Right and a passion for exceptional hospitality and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of BC wines and Old-World wines.
• Prior experience as a server and sommelier in fine dining.
• Professional attitude with attention to detail.
• Commitment to hospitality excellence and guest service.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead guest wine and beverage pairings and selections.
• Maintain stock, rotation, and quality control across outlets.
• Plan and manage wine and spirit offerings.
• Collaborate with senior bartender on inventory and seasonal cocktails.
• Ensure wine lists are accurate and well formatted.
• Assist with HR tasks like hiring, training, and reviews.
• Create tastings and training seminars for staff and guests.
• Support service team during shifts and step in for leadership when needed.
• Oversee monthly inventory and purchasing; analyze results.
• Maintain storage areas, cellar, and cold rooms.
• Continuously educate on new products in F&B.
• Attend regular team meetings.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Team leadership

Guest service

Communication

Education

Sommelier Certification Diploma

Serving It Right Certification

Job description

Join our Restaurant Team as a Sommelier, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Châteaux property recognized by Forbes, Michelin Key, AAA Four Diamond, and Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Hotels.

The successful candidate must be able to lead, and be a role model for all operating standards and systems. Energy, passion, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task are necessary for this position. A commitment to continuous improvement is key.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

As a Sommelier You Will

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards.
• Lead by example and be a pro-active member of The Pointe Restaurant Team.
• Guide guests through available food & beverage (wine/spirits) options, assisting with selections and pairings.
• Be responsible for stocking, product rotation & quality control for all food & beverage outlets.
• Assist with the planning, organization, direction, and control of Wine & Spirit offerings within The Pointe Restaurant, On The Rocks Bar, Private Bar, Room Service, and Driftwood Cafe.
• Work closely with the senior bartender and bar team on inventory controls, seasonal cocktail rollout, liquor storage organization & cleanliness
• Ensure all menus (wine, cocktail and café) lists are accurate and up to date with proper formatting
• Assist the Director of F&B/Sommelier with HR functions such as assisting with hiring, training and development of the Sommelier Team, including regular employee reviews.
• Create and execute tastings and training seminars for the service team, and guests, as directed by the Director of Food & Beverage.
• Support the service team and floor manager while on shift.
• Act as restaurant management if needed in the absence of a restaurant leader
• Assist with wine/beverage service for all service periods and outlets including room service.
• Assist Sommelier Team with inventory & cellar management; Control monthly inventory and weekly ordering, assisting in creating, meeting and exceeding all restaurant wine & spirit financial goals and helping to analyze, review, and follow up on these monthly results.
• Maintain cleanliness & organization of storage areas, cellar and fridges.
• Familiarize yourself with the requests of Return Guests and Special Attention guests, to better serve them on the floor and look for opportunities to exceed their expectations.
• Maintain continued education and research on new product within the food & beverage industry.
• Actively participate in regular team, supervisor, and food & beverage meetings.

The Wickaninnish Inn is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidate for the position based on their qualifications and merit in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Embody The West Coast Culture, While Still Being Committed To The Art Of Hospitality And Pursuit Of Excellence. They Will Have

• The willingness to learn in a team environment while striving to exceed Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards and be constantly challenged to grow within the restaurant team.
• Previous experience both as a server and sommelier in a fine dining restaurant with specific focus on wine and spirit service.
• A professional attitude and an appreciation for detail.
• Thorough knowledge of wine, spirits and other alcohols; extensive knowledge of BC wines and Old-World wines a must.
• Self-motivation for continuous education about wines and spirits.
• Professional and positive attitude.
• Consistent punctuality and dedication.
• A calm, polite and composed demeanor.
• A desire to contribute exciting and innovative ideas towards the ongoing improvement of The Pointe Restaurant and the Wickaninnish Inn as a whole.
• A valid Serving It Right Certification.
• A Sommelier Certification Diploma.
• The ability to make a commitment to the position for a mutually understood and agreed upon period of time.

Salary/Wage: $53,000.00 per year.