Shipboard Sommelier: Wine Pairings & Guest Experience

Royal Caribbean Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebrity Cruises seeks an experienced Sommelier to enhance the guest dining experience with expert wine recommendations and up-selling. Responsibilities include daily wine cellar restocking, weekly loading of wine on board, and wine service across restaurant, buffet, and cafés, including mornings in cafés and specialty venues.

The role requires strong wine knowledge, excellent guest service, and a passion for premium dining.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of fine-dining beverage experience
• Strong wine pairing knowledge and tasting skills
• Ability to analyze recipes and manuals
• Excellent guest service and communication
• Mathematical skills for discounts, tips, and payments

Responsibilities

• Restock wine cellar daily and assist loading wine on board weekly
• Provide wine service across restaurant, buffet, and cafés
• Upsell beverages to guests to enhance sales
• Support cruise line mission with premium dining experiences

Skills

Wine knowledge

Upselling techniques

Guest service

Stock management

Teamwork

Math/calculation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Celebrity Cruises seeks an experienced Sommelier to enhance the guest dining experience with expert wine recommendations and up-selling. Responsibilities include daily wine cellar restocking, weekly loading of wine on board, and wine service across restaurant, buffet, and cafés, including mornings in cafés and specialty venues.

The role requires strong wine knowledge, excellent guest service, and a passion for premium dining.