Corporate Sommelier (m/f)

Mystic Invest Holding, S.A; Porto; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Training in excellent service standards

Job summary

A leading cruise company in Porto is seeking a Corporate Sommelier to enhance the wine selection process on board. The ideal candidate will provide training to the staff, conduct tasting events, and participate in choosing the wines for the menu. This role requires professional experience, proficiency in English, and a passion for wine. Candidates will have the chance for professional development in an exciting international environment while ensuring quality service for guests from around the world.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in the role.
• Knowledge of wine and bar charters.
• Availability to attend operations on board the ships.
• Leadership and team management.
• Willingness to work aboard ships and train crew.

Responsibilities

• Train teams to assist in wine selection.
• Conduct and participate in wine tasting events.
• Choose the wine range for the ship's wine list.

Skills

Wine selection expertise

Team training

Conflict management

Leadership skills

Proficiency in English

English proficiency

Driving license

Education

Professional training as Sommelier

Job description

At DouroAzul, we believe that every journey is much more than just a cruise — it is an experience that stays in your memory. Since 1993, we have sailed with the mission of showing the world the charm of the Douro River, with the comfort, sophistication, and hospitality that make Portugal unforgettable. With 12 luxury ships and a team passionate about what they do, we offer our guests a unique way to experience the Douro — amid breathtaking landscapes, authentic flavors, and the vibrant culture of the region. We have been recognized as the Best River Cruise Company in Europe by the World Travel Awards in multiple years, a pride that reflects the commitment and talent of our teams. Joining DouroAzul is embarking on a professional adventure where the river inspires, people matter, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

Job Description

We are strengthening our team by hiring a Corporate Sommelier (m/f).

This professional will have as main responsibilities:

• Train teams to support customers in the wine selection and purchase process, informing them about the different options available and their characteristics, regions;
• Promote, conduct and participate in wine tasting events;
• Participate in the process of choosing the wine range for the ship’s wine list.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in the role;
• Professional training as Sommelier
• Knowledge of management, stock control, purchases and prices of goods with the budget;
• Knowledge of Wine and Bar Charters and respective technical sheets;
• Leadership skills, team management and conflict management;
• Training capacity according to the standards defined by the company;
• Availability to attend the operation on board the ships;
• Oriented to train in-house crew with focus on service quality;
• Driving license;
• Proficiency in English (mandatory) and knowledge of other languages (valued).

Additional Information

• Excellent opportunity to perform an attractive role on cruise ships, in a unique environment of contact with tourists from all over the world;
• Conditions for professional development and evolution according to performance;
• Training opportunity in excellent service standards.

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