F&B Sommelier - CUT

605 Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Bay Sands is seeking an experienced Sommelier to join our beverage team in Singapore. You will apply in-depth knowledge of wines, sake, and cocktails to enhance guest experiences and drive beverage sales. Responsibilities include inventory control, updating the beverage list, and coordinating with management on upsell opportunities.

Strong emphasis on staff training and guest satisfaction. We value a minimum of 5 years in the wine/sake trade, with WSET or CMS certification as an

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the wine/sake trade and passionate about wine/sake service.
• Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) or Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) certification would be an advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of all wine/sake and wine/sake service, encompassing alcoholic or non-alcoholic items.

Responsibilities

• Have a high level of knowledge of wines/sake/cocktails and upsell to guests.
• Set up and maintain wine/sake displays in cellars and cabinets coordinated with the beverage list.
• Regularly update beverage list to reflect current products and vintages.
• Provide feedback to management on guest comments about the beverage list.
• Recommend wines/sakes to meet guest expectations and drive guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate with management to identify wines/sakes to upsell and manage stock levels.
• Maintain wine/sake par levels and proper use of glassware and related equipment.
• Execute special beverage promotions to increase beverage sales.
• Maintain sales records and report changes in stock such as vintages and 86’d wines.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are complied with.
• Assist in managing front of house and beverage team for smooth operations.
• Maximize beverage sales opportunities and uphold Order of Service standards.
• Regularly educate staff on wine, sake, and cocktails knowledge.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Sake knowledge

Cocktail knowledge

Upselling

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

WSET or CMS certification (advantage)

Job description

WE TAKE YOU ABOVE BEYOND Take your passion to the next level and work alongside other masters of their craft to build a fulfilling and rewarding career at Marina Bay Sands.

Job Responsibilities

• As a Sommelier your role is to have a high level of knowledge of wines/sake/cocktails, knowledge in pairing of wines/sakes to food and to be able to upsell to guests.
• Setting up, maintaining, and establishing physical placement of wine/sake in cellars and cabinets in an organized and structured manner that is in coordination with the beverage list
• Regular maintenance and updating of beverage list to reflect current products and vintages.
• Ensure that there is continuous and adequate feedback being communicated to the management team with regards to guest comments on the scope and content of the beverage list.
• Responsible for maintaining guest expectations and recommending wines/sakes accordingly to ensure guest satisfaction with regards to the wine and sake.
• Ensure communication with the management team to identify wines/sakes that need to be upsold in order to maintain stocks.
• Responsibility for maintaining the upkeep of the wine and sake par levels
• Responsibility for the correct use and maintenance of glassware and other wine related equipment in the restaurant including but not limited to beverage list covers, ice buckets, decanting equipment, specialty glassware, bar equipment, cheque covers and POS equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining an executing all the special beverage promotions designed to increase beverage sales in the restaurant in regards to wine, sake and cocktails.
• Maintain and update sales records and report any changes in stock such as vintage changes, shortage of wines and 86’d wines.
• Comply and implement all health and safety requirements.
• To assist in the management of the front of house and beverage team to ensure the smooth running of the restaurant
• Maximizing sales opportunities through beverage sales
• To maintain Order of Service standards
• To carry out all tasks in a reasonable time frame to ensure the smooth running of the areas.
• To regularly educate staff on wine, sake, cocktails knowledge, specifically pertaining to the restaurant’s beverage program
• Monthly Inventory of Wine, Sake and all related Beverage

Job Requirements Education & Certification

Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) or Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) certification would be an advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the wine/sake trade and passionate about wine/sake service

Other Prerequisite

• Extensive knowledge of all wine/sake and wine/sake service, encompassing alcoholic or non-alcoholic items
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Willing and able to work on shifts, weekends and public holidays

Marina Bay Sands is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, providing equal opportunities as we grow our talent base to match our growth ambitions in Singapore. Our employees are committed to adhere to and abide by all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including the rules of conduct and business ethics of the Company. Marina Bay Sands has stood as an architectural marvel and the crown jewel in Singapore’s skyline. Home to the world's most spectacular rooftop infinity pool and approximately 1,850 rooms and suites, the integrated resort offers exceptional dining, retail, and entertainment choices, complete with a year-round calendar of signature events and festivals. As one of the largest players in hospitality, Marina Bay Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen to serve its people, communities and environment. It drives social impact through its community engagement programme, Sands Cares, and leads environmental stewardship through its global sustainability programme, Sands ECO360. The integrated resort has been recognised locally and internationally, receiving over 1,000 awards and accolades to date. Marina Bay Sands is the largest hotel in Singapore to be certified to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Industry Criteria for Hotels and Accommodations, while Expo & Convention has been named Venue of the Year at the Singapore MICE Awards for two consecutive years.