Sommelier – Global Wine & Hospitality Expert

Infante Sa; Porto; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Mobility across venues

Discounts at venues

Job summary

La Compagnie Porto, opening at the end of 2026 in Porto's historic city centre, seeks a passionate Sommelier to deliver exceptional wine experiences. You will guide guests, advise on selections, and manage service with a focus on story and terroir.

Join a hospitality-forward concept within Hotel Experimental Porto Infante Sagres, offering wine-centric service, teamwork, and opportunities for training while working evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• You have proven experience as a Sommelier or in a similar role.
• You have an excellent professional appearance, and you are dynamic and motivated.
• You possess strong organizational skills, work efficiently, have a good team spirit, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• You are attentive to detail and always focused on guest needs.
• You communicate easily with both teams and guests, using appropriate and professional communication skills in Portuguese and English.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and guide them to the right glass or bottle, whether they are wine lovers or simply curious.
• Serve wines with care and ease, sharing the story behind each bottle, producer and region.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of our wine list and by-the-glass selection, and stay curious about new wines, producers and trends.
• Perform end-of-service tasks: cleaning, organizing the bar and floor, and getting everything ready for the next service.
• Keep all work areas in optimal condition (cleanliness, maintenance and functionality).
• Share your knowledge with the team through informal tastings and training sessions.
• Help manage the wine cellar and bar stock, including suggesting selections and placing orders.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure proper storage and preservation of bottles, including open bottles served by the glass.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Portuguese & English

Tools

Micros systems

Job description

La Compagnie Porto, opening at the end of 2026 in Porto's historic city centre, seeks a passionate Sommelier to deliver exceptional wine experiences. You will guide guests, advise on selections, and manage service with a focus on story and terroir.

Join a hospitality-forward concept within Hotel Experimental Porto Infante Sagres, offering wine-centric service, teamwork, and opportunities for training while working evenings and weekends.