Elevated Sommelier: Craft Wine & Dining Experiences

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness

Educational Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Employee Perks

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation in New Orleans is seeking a passionate Sommelier to curate and deliver elevated wine experiences across our dining outlets and events. You’ll work closely with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams to design pairing menus, educate guests, and drive beverage sales while ensuring guest satisfaction.

The role demands wine knowledge, guest engagement, and a hospitality mindset. Evening and weekend availability is required to support high-end service moments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, food pairings, wine service standards, and beverage trends.
• Excellent communication, storytelling and guest engagement skills.
• Ability to drive beverage sales and create elevated guest experiences.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support.

Responsibilities

• Curate and manage hotel wine programs, wine lists, and beverage offerings across restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, and special events.
• Provide elevated guest service by recommending wine pairings and educating guests on selections.
• Partner with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams to develop pairing experiences and seasonal offerings.
• Train and support restaurant and beverage teams on wine knowledge, service standards, and upselling opportunities.
• Maintain wine inventory, ordering, storage, rotation, pricing, and cellar management.

Education

Court of Master Sommeliers or equivalent

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation in New Orleans is seeking a passionate Sommelier to curate and deliver elevated wine experiences across our dining outlets and events. You’ll work closely with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams to design pairing menus, educate guests, and drive beverage sales while ensuring guest satisfaction.

The role demands wine knowledge, guest engagement, and a hospitality mindset. Evening and weekend availability is required to support high-end service moments.