Wine Sommelier

GAIA CHINESE CULINARY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GAIA CHINESE CULINARY PTE. LTD. is seeking a Beverage/Wine Service Leader for a fine dining Chinese restaurant.

You will pair beverages with food, drive sales through upselling, and lead a service team to deliver high hospitality standards. This role reports to the Restaurant Manager and sits within a walkable area near Bras Basah and City Hall MRTs. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years beverage experience, WSET preferred, and strong knowledge of wines, liquors, and cocktails.

Qualifications

• Preferable Degree or Certificate in Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET).
• 3-5 years of beverage service experience.
• Experience in a preopening team is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of wines, liquors, and cocktails.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and motivational abilities.
• Comfortable with flexible work hours including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Pair wines with food to enhance dining experiences.
• Upsell to increase beverage sales and guest satisfaction.
• Organize wine inventory in cellars and cabinets.
• Train service staff on wine knowledge and presentation techniques.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with management on stock management and promotions.
• Lead and develop the beverage team.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Leadership

Upselling skills

Communication

Education

WSET certification preferred

Job description

About the Restaurant

A fine dining Chinese restaurant concept helmed by award-winning Chef. Crafting unique flavours elevated with quality handpicked ingredients to reinvent classic dishes with a twist, we aim to provide a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests through high-end hospitality standards and a feast for the senses. Perfect for intimate gatherings, business meetings or events, the restaurant encompasses a mix of seating options suitable for every occasion.

This position will report to the Restaurant Manager. You will lead beverage service excellence by expertly pairing alcoholic beverages with food, driving sales growth, and elevating guest satisfaction through strategic upselling and team leadership.

The working location is within walking distance from Bras Basah MRT station and City Hall MRT station.

Responsibilities

• Enhance guests' dining experience by skillfully pair alcoholic beverages with food
• Employ upselling techniques to increase beverage sales and enhance guests’ satisfaction
• Organize the physical placement of wine and liquor in cellars and cabinets in alignment with the beverage list
• Solicit and relay guests’ feedback to the management team for continuous improvement of the beverage list
• Collaborate with the management team to identify opportunities for upselling and stock management
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of the wine and liquor inventory to meet guest demands
• Assess product quality and build rapport with suppliers/ vendors to ensure optimum quality standards
• Maximize sales opportunities through effective beverage sales strategies
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the beverage menu and products to provide excellent service
• Supervise team members, provide training and development plans to enhance their skills, service techniques and performance
• Train other service team members on wine knowledge and techniques of presenting, opening, decanting and serving
• Adhere to the compliance of sanitation and safety regulations
• Any other duties as assigned

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Preferable Degree or Certificate in Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in beverage service or related roles
• Prior experience working in a preopening team is advantageous
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of knowledge of wines, liquors, and cocktails
• Extensive knowledge on wines and able to provide the best recommendations for wine pairing with food to our guests
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate strong leadership and motivational abilities
• Comfortable with flexible work hours including shifts, split shifts, weekends, and public holidays