Sommelier - Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown

Hyatt Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Sommelier to oversee the wine operation in their Japanese Restaurant. The ideal candidate will manage both the business and marketing aspects of the outlet, ensuring it runs efficiently while meeting financial targets. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years in a similar role with an international 5-star chain hotel.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of wellness professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the wine operation in Japanese Restaurant.
• Ensure the outlet runs smoothly and adheres to hotel standards.
• Assist with the preparation and update of the Food and Beverage Departmental Budget.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Wine knowledge

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hotel/Tourism Management

Certified Wine Professional (CWP)

Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)

Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)

Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS)

Job description

When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means.

Front Office

Entry Level Manager

Full-time

Local

Summary

You will be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest and owner expectations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hotel or Tourism Management, Certified Wine Professional (CWP), Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), Court of aster Sommeliers (CMS) or relevant certifications.
• 5 years in a similar role with international 5-star chain hotel.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of wellness professionals with strong interpersonal and communication skills.