Head Sommelier

THE WINE COMPANY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A wine retail establishment in Singapore is seeking an experienced Sommelier to advise patrons on wine selections, create drink lists, and manage stock. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of wines and regions, with the ability to train staff and ensure compliance with hygiene standards. This role offers an opportunity to showcase your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Certification as a sommelier or a degree in hospitality is beneficial.
• Previous experience as a sommelier, wine steward, or in a hospitality role.
• Extensive knowledge on wines and regions of the different types.
• Knowledge of vineyards and wineries.
• An understanding of the wine making process.

Responsibilities

• Advise patrons on personal wine needs.
• Select wines and create drink lists.
• Train staff on wine and other beverages.
• Manage compliance with hygiene policies.
• Prepare and serve wine.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of wine

Food and wine pairing

Customer service

Team management

Crisis management

Education

Certification as a sommelier or degree in hospitality

Degree in hospitality

Job description

Job Description

• The Sommelier has an extensive knowledge of wine.
• He/She is responsible for advising and recommending to patrons according to their personal wine needs, i.e taste, food and wine pairing, the occasion or the budget.
• He/She is also responsible for selecting wines, creating drink lists and managing stock.
• He/She builds and maintains the wine list according to the needs of the establishment.
• He/She is also responsible for training on wine and other beverages by conducting wine tastings.
• Administer purchasing and receiving procedures.
• Analyse alcoholic beverage business.
• Analyse service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and motivate team members through capability development.
• Identify and establish internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Implement loss/risk prevention.
• Lead team to implement change.
• Manage and implement business continuity plans.
• Manage compliance with food and beverage hygiene policies and procedures.
• Manage cost and quality controls.
• Manage crisis situations.
• Manage guest service.
• Manage training.
• Manage wine business.
• Prepare and serve wine.
• Understand new and old world wine producing countries.
• Understand sparkling, sweet and fortified wines.
• Understand viticulture, vinification and wine packaging.

Qualifications

• Certification as a sommelier or a degree in hospitality is beneficial.
• Previous experience as a sommelier, wine steward, or in a hospitality role.
• Extensive knowledge on wines and regions of the different types.
• Knowledge of vineyards and wineries.
• An understanding of the wine making process.