Barchetta | Sommelier

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Port Everglades (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Sommelier to deliver exceptional wine service and elevate guest dining with expert wine knowledge and thoughtful pairings. You will educate guests, assist with beverage operations, and maintain wine service standards in a fine dining setting.

The role involves collaborating with the restaurant team, staying current on menu and beverage updates, and supporting beverage promotions and events. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant preferred.
• Level 1 Sommelier certification preferred, or equivalent wine education.
• Strong knowledge of wine, wine regions, varietals, and food pairings.
• Knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and mixology preferred.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lift and carry wine cases and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands require.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with knowledgeable wine recommendations and food pairing suggestions.
• Deliver professional wine service, including presenting, opening, and pouring wine according to service standards.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of the restaurant's wine list, spirits, beers, and specialty beverages.
• Assist in maintaining the wine list and beverage offerings as directed.
• Support beverage promotions and Omni beverage initiatives.
• Assist with setting up specialty bars and wine stations for events when needed.
• Ensure wine displays and beverage presentations are clean, organized, and well maintained.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of wine storage areas and beverage stations.
• Monitor wine inventory and communicate low stock or product needs to leadership.
• Assist with stocking side stations and ensuring beverage supplies are readily available.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and stay informed of menu and beverage updates.
• Work closely with servers to ensure timely and exceptional beverage service.
• Answer guest questions regarding wines, vintages, regions, and pairings.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and notify leadership when appropriate.
• Follow all food safety, alcohol service, and responsible beverage service guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support restaurant operations

Skills

Wine knowledge

Food pairing

Guest service

Communication

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Sommelier is responsible for providing exceptional wine service and enhancing the guest dining experience through expert wine knowledge and thoughtful food and wine pairings. This position supports the restaurant team by maintaining wine service standards, educating guests on wine selections, and assisting with beverage operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide guests with knowledgeable wine recommendations and food pairing suggestions.
• Deliver professional wine service, including presenting, opening, and pouring wine according to service standards.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of the restaurant's wine list, spirits, beers, and specialty beverages.
• Assist in maintaining the wine list and beverage offerings as directed.
• Support beverage promotions and Omni beverage initiatives.
• Assist with setting up specialty bars and wine stations for events when needed.
• Ensure wine displays and beverage presentations are clean, organized, and well maintained.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of wine storage areas and beverage stations.
• Monitor wine inventory and communicate low stock or product needs to leadership.
• Assist with stocking side stations and ensuring beverage supplies are readily available.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and stay informed of menu and beverage updates.
• Work closely with servers to ensure timely and exceptional beverage service.
• Answer guest questions regarding wines, vintages, regions, and pairings.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and notify leadership when appropriate.
• Follow all food safety, alcohol service, and responsible beverage service guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support restaurant operations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant preferred.
• Level 1 Sommelier certification preferred, or equivalent wine education.
• Strong knowledge of wine, wine regions, varietals, and food pairings.
• Knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and mixology preferred.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry wine cases and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands require.