Sommelier

Auberge Collection; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Auberge Collection is seeking a part-time wine service specialist in Aspen, Colorado. This role supports wine program excellence, ensuring high guest satisfaction and profitability through quality wine service and staff training.

A successful candidate will have at least two years of fine dining experience and a strong knowledge of wines, cocktails, and beers. The position offers a competitive wage of $27/hr plus commissions, with a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a fine dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of wine, cocktail, and beer menus.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain a wine list that enhances guest satisfaction.
• Support management in developing and implementing the wine program.
• Ensure wine service excellence and maintain quality checks.
• Train staff on beverage knowledge and wine systems.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Wine knowledge

Cocktail and beer service

Leadership skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

The targeted compensation wage for this part time year round, non-exempt position is $27/hr plus commissions. The position offers a competitive compensation package presented by Auberge Collection.

Job Description

Cultivate a one-of-a-kind wine list, pairing our guests with delicious food and precisely chosen wine. This role will ensure the wine program is represented beyond the level of expectations by increasing guest satisfaction, sales, and profitability and achieving excellence in wine service.

• Support the management team in the development and implementation of the strategic plan and vision for the wine program
• Provide leadership and direction in the execution and measurement of guest service standards within wine and beverage operations to ensure continued growth and profitability.
• Maintain the integrity of the wine program through frequent quality checks of opened wines by the glass.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all brands, particular characteristics and description of every wine/champagne by the glass, bottle selections, designated glassware and garnishes for drinks, all bar menu items, preparation method/time, portion sizes, presentation, and prices.
• Assist in training staff members on beverage knowledge and systems relating to the wine.
• Attend wine and beverage tastings and seminars, when available, as part of continuing education to aid in program and personal development.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a comparable fine dining environment
• Knowledge of wine, cocktail, and beer menus and the ability to service them accordingly
• Ability to work without direct supervision.

The application deadline for this role is July 1st, 2026. However, this position is often required year-round, and it's probable that it will be reposted in the future.

Auberge Resorts Aspen Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Auberge Resorts Aspen Inc provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auberge Resorts Aspen Inc complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.