Sommelier

Major Food Brand; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant brand is seeking experienced Sommeliers to provide exceptional guest service and wine selections. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in upscale dining, with deep knowledge of wine service. The role requires working nights, weekends, and holidays, and a commitment to maintaining high standards. If you are passionate about wine and providing exemplary service, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years as a Sommelier in a high-volume restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with their wine selections based on taste and budget.
• Provide information about the menu and pricing to guests.
• Ensure proper presentation and service of wine.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional guest service

Ability to work under pressure

Effective communication skills

Education

WSET certifications or equivalent

Knowledge of wine service techniques

Job description

Major Man. Florida
49 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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 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

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