Lead Sommelier: Wine Program & Service Expert

SA Hospitality Group; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sommelier to lead the wine program across our iconic New York and Palm Beach locations. You will train staff, enhance service, and drive wine sales while maintaining exemplary guest relations.

Responsibilities include inventory management, wine deliveries review, and collaboration with dining teams to pair wines with menus. Strong wine knowledge and upselling ability are essential, along with leadership and presence on the floor.

Qualifications

• Strong wine knowledge across regions and styles.
• Experience training staff in wine service and tastings.
• Ability to elevate guest wine experience and drive sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead wine program quality and consistency across locations.
• Train and educate staff on wine service, decanting, and presentations.
• Monitor wine deliveries, storage, and inventory in Toast.
• Recommend wine pairings and upsell to guests.
• Maintain wine menus, price updates, and par levels.
• Represent wine program during service and with guests.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Staff training

Guest service

Upselling

Inventory management

Wine listing & pairing

Communication

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

SA Hospitality Group is seeking a skilled Sommelier to lead the wine program across our iconic New York and Palm Beach locations. You will train staff, enhance service, and drive wine sales while maintaining exemplary guest relations.

Responsibilities include inventory management, wine deliveries review, and collaboration with dining teams to pair wines with menus. Strong wine knowledge and upselling ability are essential, along with leadership and presence on the floor.