Sommelier

Il Migliore Restaurant; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Il Migliore Restaurant in Boca Raton invites a seasoned sommelier to guide guests through an Italian wine program with warmth and authority. You will help shape the cellar, craft pairings, and elevate the guest experience alongside our culinary team.

You will lead wine education, manage inventory, and collaborate with distributors for private events and wine dinners. A deep knowledge of Italian regions and strong sales instincts are essential for success in this opening team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a sommelier or wine steward in fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of Italian wine regions, grapes and producers.
• Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Sommelier, WSET Level 3 or equivalent preferred.
• Proven ability to grow wine sales while giving guests genuine value.
• Polished, approachable presence and strong communication skills.
• Inventory and POS experience; comfortable with spreadsheets or inventory software.
• Legal age to serve alcohol in Florida; availability for evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Guide guests through the wine list and recommend pairings for the menu, from by-the-glass to cellar selections.
• Present, open, decant and serve wine to proper standards.
• Help select and maintain the wine list, with emphasis on Italian regions and producers.
• Manage cellar organization, storage conditions, receiving, inventory counts and product rotation.
• Track wine costs, pricing and sales performance, and recommend adjustments to management.
• Lead pre-shift wine education and train servers and bartenders on the list.
• Build relationships with distributors and assist with wine dinners and private events.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Italian wine expertise

Sales growth

Strong communication

Inventory & POS

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Wine is inseparable from the Il Migliore experience. Our cellar brings together iconic Italian producers, rare vintages and exceptional bottlings from around the world. We’re seeking a sommelier with deep knowledge of Italian wine who guides guests with warmth and authority, drives the program’s performance, and helps shape it from opening night alongside our culinary team.

Il Migliore is a premier Italian dining destination in the heart of Boca Raton. We practice cucina italiana contemporanea: Italy’s regional culinary traditions, expressed through original recipes, innovative technique and chef-driven artistry, with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Our kitchen is built on artisanal ingredients, hand-crafted pastas, responsibly sourced seafood and premium meats. Our cellar holds iconic Italian producers, rare vintages and exceptional bottlings from around the world. From the dining room to our private dining spaces, we are committed to hospitality of the highest order, and to being recognized among the finest Italian restaurants in the region: culinarily, culturally and operationally.

• Pay: $28–$30 per hour, based on experience
• Reports to: General Manager

What you’ll do

• Guide guests through the wine list and recommend pairings for the menu, from by-the-glass to cellar selections
• Present, open, decant and serve wine to proper standards
• Help select and maintain the wine list, with emphasis on Italian regions and producers
• Manage cellar organization, storage conditions, receiving, inventory counts and product rotation
• Track wine costs, pricing and sales performance, and recommend adjustments to management
• Lead pre-shift wine education and train servers and bartenders on the list
• Build relationships with distributors and assist with wine dinners and private events

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years as a sommelier or wine steward in fine dining
• Strong knowledge of Italian wine regions, grapes and producers, plus major world regions
• Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Sommelier, WSET Level 3 or equivalent preferred
• Proven ability to grow wine sales while giving guests genuine value
• Polished, approachable presence and strong communication skills
• Inventory and POS experience; comfortable with spreadsheets or inventory software
• Legal age to serve alcohol in Florida; availability for evenings, weekends and holidays

Physical requirements

Stand and walk for full shifts, use stairs to access storage, and lift cases up to 40 lbs.

Why join our opening team

Few restaurants at this level open in South Florida. You will work in a chef-driven kitchen and dining room, learn a world‑class wine program, and help define our standards from the first night. We invest in people who take pride in precision, grace under pressure and continuous improvement.

Il Migliore is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Employment is contingent on verification of eligibility to work in the United States.