Head Sommelier

Hosco.com; Pinzolo; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti invites applications for Head Sommelier to assist guests in selecting wines across its luxury resort restaurants. You will oversee cellar activities, monitor stock levels, update the wine list, and supervise the sommeliers during service.

Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, you will ensure HACCP compliance. An AIS Sommelier Diploma and excellent English are required; previous luxury-hotel experience is not required, with additional benefits including meals,

Qualifications

• AIS Sommelier Diploma required.
• Excellent English language skills; a second language preferred.
• Elegant and refined bearing with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strict compliance with hygiene regulations (HACCP).
• Strong guest orientation, attention to detail, and sales aptitude.
• Previous experience in luxury hotels is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests in selecting wines across resort restaurants.
• Oversee cellar activities, stock levels, and wine list updates.
• Reorganize the daily cellar and supervise sommeliers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards (HACCP).
• Report to the Restaurant Manager and contribute to service excellence.

Skills

English language

Guest orientation

Sales orientation

Elegance & bearing

Hygiene compliance

Education

AIS Sommelier Diploma

Job description

Discover your next career opportunity at Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti, an award-winning luxury spa and ski destination surrounded by the extraordinary beauty of the UNESCO Dolomites. With a Michelin-starred restaurant and a strong focus on wellbeing and sustainability, you’ll become part of a passionate team dedicated to creating exceptional experiences while making a positive impact on the environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Sommelier has the primary task of assisting Guests in the selection of wines in the Resort restaurants.

The Head Sommelier is responsible for cellar activities, monitoring stock levels, updating the wine list (selection and supplier management), and reorganizing the daily cellar; the Head Sommelier carries out activities in the various daily restaurant services and supervises the activity of the Sommeliers.

In the execution of his/her duties, he/she complies with and adheres to Lefay Resorts operating standards and hygiene and health regulations (HACCP).

The Head Sommelier reports to the Restaurant Manager.

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Sommelier Diploma (e.g. AIS);
• Excellent knowledge of the English language and preferably a second language;
• Elegance and refined bearing;
• Compliance with hygiene regulations;
• Guest orientation, aptitude for interpersonal relations and attention to detail;
• Excellent commercial skills and sales orientation;
• Previous experience in luxury hotels is not required.

WE OFFER:

• Full-Time Tourism Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) contract.
• Transparent and sustainable working hours.
• 5-day working week.
• Accommodation with free Wi-Fi.
• Uniforms provided and related laundry service free of charge.
• Free meals at the “Noi” Restaurant (also on days off and outside working hours).
• Company and Technical-Professional Training.
• Objective and transparent performance evaluation process.
• Additional financial bonuses for the best performances.
• Benefits for the purchase of Lefay branded products

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree
• Related Work Experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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