Sommelier

Major Food Brand; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary organization in Boston is seeking passionate and experienced Sommeliers to maintain high service standards. The role involves assisting guests with their beverage selection, providing outstanding service, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of experience in upscale dining, possess WSET certifications, and demonstrate a commitment to exemplary guest service. Join our team to make every guest’s experience memorable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale restaurant.
• WSET certifications preferred or similar accredited qualifications.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with wine, sake, and champagne selection.
• Provide attentive customer service to all guests.
• Ensure all beverages are presented and served per company standards.

Skills

Knowledge of wine and wine service techniques

Attention to detail

Ability to provide exemplary guest service

Ability to multi-task

Effective communication skills

Job description

Overview

MFG is hiring passionate and experienced Sommeliers with strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of service and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu
• Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing
• Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu complements the items on our food and dessert menu
• Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards
• Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable
• Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests
• Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials
• Follow and adhere to all standards set for by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards
• Perform all other duties as instructed by management

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant
• WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred
• Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques
• Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays
• A passion for providing exemplary guest service
• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Clean and organized working habits
• A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
• Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease
• Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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