Sommelier Global de Vinos en Mérida — Experiencia y Estilo

Placements24; Mérida; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Travel opportunities

Staff discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an expert Sommelier to curate and manage an extensive wine program at a prestigious Mérida fine-dining establishment. The role demands an impeccable palate, knowledge of global wine regions, and the ability to educate staff and guests.

You will select, purchase, and store wines, pair with menus, and lead staff training to uphold exceptional service and guest experience in a vibrant tourist locale.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, vintages, and winemaking techniques.
• Proven ability to curate high-quality wine lists and educate staff and guests.
• Fluency in Spanish with strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, curate, and manage the restaurant's wine list with diverse, high-quality selections.
• Oversee wine cellar inventory including purchasing, receiving, storage, and stock rotation.
• Conduct regular wine inventory audits and tastings.
• Provide expert recommendations to guests for wine pairing with meals.
• Train and mentor front-of-house staff on wine knowledge and service standards.
• Maintain impeccable wine service including decanting and glassware.
• Manage wine-related expenses and strive for profit margins targets.
• Organize wine tastings, dinners, and educational sessions for guests and staff.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Food pairing

Staff training

Inventory management

Education

WSET Level 3 or CMS certification

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an expert Sommelier to curate and manage an extensive wine program at a prestigious Mérida fine-dining establishment. The role demands an impeccable palate, knowledge of global wine regions, and the ability to educate staff and guests.

You will select, purchase, and store wines, pair with menus, and lead staff training to uphold exceptional service and guest experience in a vibrant tourist locale.