Sommelier - Six Senses Quexigal Palace (New Hotel Opening)

Six Senses; Cebreros; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Senses Quexigal Palace in Spain seeks a dedicated Sommelier to lead wine service and elevate dining experiences with curated selections. The role includes educating guests, hosting wine seminars, and collaborating with the team to deliver impeccable beverage service aligned with Six Senses standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of sommelier experience, a high school diploma (hospitality diploma preferred), strong wine knowledge, and fluency in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; hospitality diploma/degree preferred.
• Experience in beverage service and wine knowledge.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; certifications a plus.
• Ability to manage inventory and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wine station with outstanding service and opportunity to upsell beverages.
• Conduct wine seminars and tastings for guests.
• Train restaurant staff in wine service.
• Decant older vintages with proper technique and presentation.
• Inspect wine lists and menus; update as needed.
• Pair wines with dishes to enhance cuisine and preparation methods.
• Organize mis-en-place to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper storage of wine and equipment.
• Adhere to Six Senses standards and guest feedback; perform extra duties as assigned by managers.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospitality diploma/degree

Job description

As Sommelier, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• As Sommelier, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation in the following:
  Manage a station in the dining room by providing great wine service and taking advantage of all opportunities to increase beverage sales.
• Conduct Wine Seminars for our guests. Conduct Wine Tastings/Dinners for our guests.
• Conduct Wine Training Sessions for Restaurant and Beverage Hosts.
• Decant properly older vintages, with the showmanship and standards required by traditional wine.
• Inspect condition and cleanliness of menus and wine list, ensure designated amounts are available, and update menus or wine lists as changes occur.
• Pair wines with food, recommending those that will complement the different styles of cuisine and the different methods of food preparation.
• Organize their mis-en-place before every meal in order to ensure proper service.
• Ensure the prompt and efficient service of all beverages set by the resorts required standards.
• Have a good knowledge of all outlet menus (food and wine) and F&B day to day activities.
• Knowledge on menu prices and suggesting upselling when necessary.
• Ensure all equipment of the department is kept clean and in good working condition.
• Upkeep Six Senses guidelines and standards of service and operation. My performance benchmarks are maintained and exceeded.
• Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments.
• Review storage to ensure stock is on hand, properly stored and in line with Six Senses control and hygiene standards.
• Perform any additional duties given to me by the Restaurant Manager and/or the F&B Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-3 years’ sommelier experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality diploma/degreefrom a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
• Experience in beverage service and excellent knowledge of wines, spirits and mixed drinks.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Well-versed with Food and beverage terminology, wine terminology, application, operation, wine service, costs, menu development food and hygiene codes and controlling inventory.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Valid authorization to work in Spain is required. Applicants must hold the appropriate visa and/or work permit where applicable. European visa or valid work permit required.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Sommelier at Six Senses Quexigal Palace. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses Quexigal Palace is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Who we are

Six Senses serves as a changemaker and maintains a leadership commitment to community, sustainability, emotional hospitality, wellness, and crafted experiences, infused with a touch of quirkiness.

Whether an exquisite island resort, mountain retreat, or urban hotel; Six Senses unites a diverse, multinational, and multicultural portfolio of properties. Each host brings to life the values in their own way, while delivering on the brand’s vision: to reawaken people’s senses so they feel the purpose behind their travels and ultimately reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.

You’re about to be the author of this journey that takes you through life’s undiscovered passageways, hidden treasures, and meaningful experiences.

It’s a story unlike any other. Out of the ordinary, one could say. A journey across lands and seas, a tale about what it means to connect to the world around us.

Let the journey begin.