Sommelier / Restaurant Supervisor

The Albus Group; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Training program

Leading fine dining

Fun workplace

Job summary

The Albus Group's Senses in Amsterdam is seeking a Sommelier / Restaurant Supervisor to guide guests through a wine-forward dining journey and to lead our hospitality team in a fine dining setting.

You will manage wine list and pairings, train staff, and work hands-on as host, collaborating with the Chef and management to elevate guest experience. Fluency in Dutch or English and SWEN3 certification are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a fine dining restaurant.
• Certified Sommelier (SWEN3) with a true passion for gastronomy.
• Experience in a supervisory or coordinating role within hospitality.
• Fluent in Dutch or English (spoken and written).
• Living in or near the Amsterdam area.
• A positive, energetic personality who thrives in hospitality and motivates others.

Responsibilities

• Creating, managing, and presenting the wine list and wine pairings that complement our seasonal menu.
• Advising and informing guests about wines, and providing exceptional wine service.
• Supervising, coaching, and inspiring the service team; leading by example in hospitality.
• Assisting with staff scheduling and coordinating the daily operations.
• Working hands-on as host/hostess: welcoming guests and ensuring top-level service.
• Collaborating closely with the Chef and management team to evaluate and continuously improve quality and guest experience.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Team leadership

Guest service

Bilingual Dutch/English

Education

Certified Sommelier SWEN3

Job description

Senses is a dynamic and intimate fine dining restaurant located in the heart of Amsterdam, featuring an open kitchen where culinary art is created every day. As a proud member of JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs, Senses is recognized as one of the top fine dining restaurants in the Netherlands.

We are looking for a Sommelier / Restaurant Supervisor who not only guides our guests on an unforgettable food and wine journey but also plays a key role in leading our hospitality team.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creating, managing, and presenting the wine list and wine pairings that complement our seasonal menu.
• Advising and informing guests about wines, and providing exceptional wine service.
• Supervising, coaching, and inspiring the service team; leading by example in hospitality.
• Assisting with staff scheduling and coordinating the daily operations.
• Working hands-on as host/hostess: welcoming guests and ensuring top-level service.
• Collaborating closely with the Chef and management team to evaluate and continuously improve quality and guest experience.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a fine dining restaurant.
• Certified Sommelier (e.g. SWEN3) with a true passion for gastronomy.
• Experience in a supervisory or coordinating role within hospitality.
• Fluent in Dutch or English (spoken and written).
• Living in or near the Amsterdam area.
• A positive, energetic personality who thrives in hospitality and motivates others.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent salary and secondary employment conditions.
• A versatile full-time position with a high level of responsibility.
• A collegial and ambitious team where initiative is valued.
• Personal training and development plan.
• The opportunity to work in one of Amsterdam’s leading fine dining restaurants.
• A workplace where having fun is just as important as professional growth – because in our team, working in hospitality is a daily celebration!