Wine Waiter/Restaurant Sommelier

Elite Hotels; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hotel chain in Eastbourne is looking for a Wine Waiter/Restaurant Sommelier. You will be responsible for serving wine and beverages, recommending selections to enhance the dining experience, and ensuring high service levels. Ideal candidates possess strong wine knowledge and excellent customer service skills, with opportunities for career growth in a luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience, preferably in a similar luxury establishment.
• Polite and personable demeanor.
• Well presented and impeccably groomed.

Responsibilities

• Serve wine and beverages to dining guests.
• Recommend and sell wines to complement guests' meals.
• Engage with customers to provide high levels of service.
• Carry out general waiting duties as part of the team.

Skills

Good knowledge of wine

Customer service skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Education

Level 2 WSET qualification

Job description

Wine Waiter/Restaurant Sommelier Overview

• Working within the Mirabelle team serving wine and other beverages to dining guests
• During service you will recommend and sell wines to guests that will complement their tastes and meal.
• Engaging with customers is essential therefore enjoyment in delivering the highest levels of service is a must
• Carry out other general waiting duties as part of the Restaurant team.
• This is a fantastic role if you wish to progress your career within a quality establishment within hospitality. This position has arisen due to internal promotion, so it is a fantastic place to start!
• This role will include weekends, evenings and bank holidays.

Wine Waiter/Restaurant Sommelier Key Attributes

• Good knowledge of wine is essential, restaurant experience, preferably in a similar luxury establishment
• Level 2 WSET qualification, or working towards. If you do not have your qualification we are happy to support you in achieving this
• Polite and personable with good customer service skills
• Well presented and impeccably groomed
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• A positive personality and service with a smile

At Elite Hotels we have a single minded and unwavering goal to make every visit to our hotels a positive experience that customers feel compelled to talk about.