HEAD SOMMERLIER

baia pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

baia pte. ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Head Sommelier to lead our wine service and elevate dining experiences. You will manage the wine programme, curate an extensive cellar and provide expert recommendations to guests.

You will train the service team, organise tastings, partner with the Executive Chef on pairings, monitor sales, and ensure best-in-class hygiene and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the restaurant's wine programme, including wine selection, purchasing, pricing and inventory management.
• Develop, maintain and regularly update the wine list to complement the restaurant's menu and dining concept.
• Provide professional wine recommendations and food pairing suggestions to enhance guests' dining experiences.
• Ensure all wines are stored, handled and served according to established standards.
• Manage wine stock levels, conduct regular inventory checks and minimise wastage.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with wine suppliers, distributors and industry partners.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality wine selections.
• Train, guide and supervise the service team on wine knowledge, wine presentation and service techniques.
• Organise wine tastings, wine pairing events and other wine-related activities.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and restaurant management to develop suitable wine pairings for seasonal menus and special events.
• Monitor wine sales performance and implement strategies to improve revenue and profitability.
• Handle guest enquiries, special requests and feedback professionally.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and restaurant operating standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job description

• Job Description
• We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Sommelier to lead our wine service and enhance the overall dining experience for our guests. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the wine programme, maintaining an extensive wine collection, providing professional wine recommendations, and ensuring excellent service standards.
• Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the restaurant's wine programme, including wine selection, purchasing, pricing and inventory management.

• Develop, maintain and regularly update the wine list to complement the restaurant's menu and dining concept.

• Provide professional wine recommendations and food pairing suggestions to enhance guests' dining experiences.

• Ensure all wines are stored, handled and served according to established standards.

• Manage wine stock levels, conduct regular inventory checks and minimise wastage.

• Establish and maintain good relationships with wine suppliers, distributors and industry partners.

• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality wine selections.

• Train, guide and supervise the service team on wine knowledge, wine presentation and service techniques.

• Organise wine tastings, wine pairing events and other wine-related activities.

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and restaurant management to develop suitable wine pairings for seasonal menus and special events.

• Monitor wine sales performance and implement strategies to improve revenue and profitability.

• Handle guest enquiries, special requests and feedback professionally.

• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and restaurant operating standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.