Chef de rang Sommelier - Borgo Pignano Volterra Tuscany

Relais & Châteaux; Volterra; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A prestigious hospitality company in Tuscany seeks a Chef de rang Sommelier. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional wine service in a luxury dining environment, manage the wine list, and create memorable experiences for guests. Applicants should have 2-3 years of relevant experience, in-depth wine knowledge, and excellent communication skills in English and Italian. Join a team that values sustainability and personal growth in one of Tuscany's most exclusive locations.

Servizi

Single accommodation

Meals included

Uniform and laundry service

Opportunities for professional growth

Continuous training

Competenze

• 2-3 years of experience in the same role within 4* / 5* environments.
• Strong experience in service.
• Excellent command of English and Italian.

Mansioni

• Ensure personalized dining service in line with standards.
• Create and oversee the wine list.
• Organize and conduct wine tastings for guests.
• Monitor financial performance of the department.

Conoscenze

Guest-oriented approach

In-depth knowledge of wine

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Formazione

AIS Level 3 certification or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

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Borgo Pignano Tuscany Relais & Châteaux is a 750-acre private estate nestled among the hills and valleys of Tuscany, where elegance, authenticity, and sustainability come together to create a truly unique hospitality experience.

Our philosophy is rooted in slow living, organic cuisine and farming, and a deep respect for nature, fostering an atmosphere that blends the comfort of a 5-star resort with the warmth of traditional Tuscan hospitality.

We offer our guests refined stays, exceptional food and wine experiences, and a range of wellness-oriented activities. Joining our team means helping create memorable moments with passion, courtesy, and attention to detail.

Job Description

We are looking for an engaging, proactive, and excellence-driven Chef de rang Sommelier to join our team from March to November.

You will be the main point of reference for wine service in our restaurants, bringing passion, leadership, and meticulous attention to detail, and ensuring that every service exceeds our guests’ expectations. You will work in an exclusive environment, closely collaborating with management and key departments to deliver impeccable service aligned with the values of Borgo Pignano Tuscany and Relais & Châteaux.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure refined, personalized dining service in line with Relais & Châteaux’s standards of excellence
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager and Assistant Restaurant Manager
• Create, update, and oversee the wine list with EAM in charge F&B
• Maintain inventory and order wine to replenish stock
• Discuss wines with guests and assist them in making their selection
• Taste wines before serving
• Organize and conduct wine tastings for our guests
• Attend to every detail of the guest experience, ensuring the highest level of satisfaction
• Convey and uphold the property’s identity through storytelling (history, art, culture, agriculture)
• Monitor and optimize the department’s financial and quality performance
• Ensure compliance with grooming and presentation standards within the team
• Serve as an ambassador of the property’s culinary philosophy, in harmony with seasonality and local products

Reporting line: Restaurant Manager

What We Are Looking For

• 2-3 years of experience in the same role within 4* / 5* environments
• Strong experience in service
• A guest-oriented approach and great attention to detail
• In-depth knowledge of the world of wine
• AIS Level 3 certification (or equivalent qualifications)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and strong time-management skills
• Excellent personal presentation
• Respect for nature and alignment with sustainability values
• Excellent command of English and Italian (a third language is a plus)
• Own transportation
• Verifiable professional reference

What We Offer

• Work in a luxury hospitality environment rooted in sustainability
• Single accommodation and meals included
• Uniform and laundry service
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous training
• A passionate team that values well-being and talent development
• Training on Relais & Châteaux standards, quality, and industry regulations

Our Commitment to You

At Borgo Pignano, we offer a stimulating and inclusive working environment where collaboration, creativity and personal growth are key.

We invest in continuous training through personalised development paths, guided by experienced, excellence-driven managers.

Joining our team means contributing to a top-tier hospitality and culinary offering in one of the most exclusive locations in Tuscany.

Ready to Join Us?

Please send us your CV together with your consent to the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ‘General Data Protection Regulation’ (‘GDPR’) and Legislative Decree No. 196/2003 (‘Privacy Code’), as well as any other applicable provisions on the protection of personal data. Your next chapter could begin here.

We look forward to meeting you!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Hospitality