Sommelier

Wolfgang Puck; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully paid health insurance (medical,

401(k) with employer match

Dining discounts at Wolfgang Puck

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CUT Las Vegas, part of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, is seeking an experienced Sommelier to elevate our renowned wine program and guide guests through thoughtful pairings that complement Chef Puck's cuisine.

The successful candidate will manage inventory, lead staff education, and collaborate with the Head Sommelier to uphold service standards in a luxury setting at The Palazzo. Evening and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years sommelier experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, producers, and wine service standards.
• Excellent communication skills to educate and engage guests.
• Passion for hospitality with a warm, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert wine recommendations and thoughtful food pairings.
• Guide guests through the wine list and enhance dining with beverage sales.
• Maintain wine inventory, cellar organization, and par levels.
• Train team members on wine knowledge and service standards.
• Stay informed on wine regions, varietals, producers, and industry trends.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Global wine knowledge

Excellent communication

Hospitality mindset

Evening/holiday availability

Education

Wine certification (CMS / WSET)

Job description

About CUT By Wolfgang Puck

Created by culinary icon Wolfgang Puck, CUT Las Vegas delivers a modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, combining exceptional cuisine, sophisticated design, and world-class hospitality. Located in The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, CUT offers an unparalleled dining experience centered around premium ingredients, innovative culinary techniques, and an expertly curated beverage program.

About CUT By Wolfgang Puck

Created by culinary icon Wolfgang Puck, CUT Las Vegas delivers a modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, combining exceptional cuisine, sophisticated design, and world-class hospitality. Located in The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, CUT offers an unparalleled dining experience centered around premium ingredients, innovative culinary techniques, and an expertly curated beverage program.

As a Sommelier at CUT, you will be an ambassador of our wine culture, guiding guests through memorable wine experiences that complement Chef Puck's cuisine and reflect the restaurant’s commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

The Sommelier is responsible for delivering an exceptional wine and beverage experience that complements the world-class dining experience at CUT Las Vegas. This role provides expert wine recommendations, assists guests with thoughtful food and wine pairings, and supports the execution of the restaurant's wine program. The Sommelier partners closely with the Head Sommelier and leadership team to maintain wine inventory, uphold service standards, and foster a culture of beverage knowledge and hospitality throughout the restaurant.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver exceptional guest service by providing personalized wine recommendations and food pairing suggestions.
• Guide guests through the wine list while identifying opportunities to enhance the dining experience through beverage sales.
• Support beverage revenue goals while maintaining responsible beverage cost awareness.
• Assist with monitoring wine inventory, cellar organization, stock levels, and daily par levels.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and service temperatures for all wines.
• Support the maintenance and presentation of the restaurant's wine collection in accordance with Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group standards.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, rotating, and restocking wine inventory.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the wine list, spirits, cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage offerings.
• Participate in ongoing beverage education and assist in training team members on wine knowledge, service standards, and food and wine pairing recommendations.
• Stay informed on current wine regions, varietals, producers, and industry trends to enhance the guest experience.
• Maintain exceptional standards of service, professionalism, and hospitality at all times.
• Consistently solicit and respond to guest feedback to ensure an outstanding dining experience.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous sommelier experience (2 + years) in a high-volume fine dining restaurant, luxury hotel, or comparable hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, producers, and wine service standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate and engage guests.
• Passion for hospitality with a warm, professional, and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple guest interactions while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Wine certification through Court of Master Sommeliers, Wine & Spirit Education Trust, or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a fine dining environment.

Perks Of Being Part Of The Wolfgang Puck Family

• Competitive salary
• Fully paid individual health insurance, plus dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 30% employer match
• Dining discounts at all Wolfgang Puck locations
• Opportunities for career growth within an iconic global brand
• Supportive, team-driven leadership culture
• And more!

Why Join Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group?

At Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, we believe our people are the foundation of our continued success. Joining CUT Las Vegas means becoming part of an internationally recognized hospitality organization committed to culinary excellence, professional growth, and creating unforgettable guest experiences.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to work alongside some of the most respected culinary and hospitality professionals in the industry.

Work Conditions: May require evening and weekend hours. While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works in an indoor front of restaurant and kitchen environment with exposure to heat from ovens, hot foods and steamers and cleaning chemicals, fumes, equipment, and metal objects. You will usually be based indoors, splitting your time between the front of the restaurant and the kitchen. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud dependent on specific work site and/or equipment operation. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

Wolfgang Puck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.