Sommelier

COREcruitment; Summerland Key (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Subsidized housing

PTO

401(k) Match

Travel benefits

Job summary

The Sommelier role at a luxury private-island resort in the Florida Keys offers ownership of a high-end wine program and guest-facing wine service.

You will curate an extensive wine list, advise guests on pairings, collaborate with culinary on menus, conduct tastings, and train the F&B staff while driving wine revenue.

This full-time position includes competitive compensation with commission, relocation assistance, subsidized housing, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier in luxury hotel/resort or fine-dining.
• Knowledge of international wines and wine service.
• Experience training F&B teams.
• Strong commercial awareness to drive wine revenue.
• Wine qualifications desirable (WSET, CMS).

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional wine experience to guests.
• Develop and manage the resort's wine program.
• Curate an extensive wine selection.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and pairings.
• Collaborate with culinary team on wine pairings and menu changes.
• Conduct wine tastings and guest education.
• Train the F&B team on wine knowledge and service.
• Manage wine inventory, purchasing and stock levels.
• Build relationships with suppliers and distributors.
• Drive wine sales through informed recommendations.

Skills

Wine service

Guest engagement

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Training F&B teams

Commercial awareness

Education

Wine qualifications (WSET, CMS)

Job description

Sommelier

Location: Summerland Key, FL
Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000 USD + Commission
Employment: Full-Time
Package: Benefits + Relocation Assistance + Subsidized Housing + PTO + 401(k) Match + Travel Benefits

About the Opportunity

I’m currently hiring on behalf of a luxury, private-island resort in the Florida Keys that is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Sommelier to join its food and beverage team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality professional with a strong background in fine dining, luxury resorts and wine service who is looking to take ownership of a high-end wine program within an exceptional destination environment.

The Role

The Sommelier will be responsible for delivering an exceptional wine experience to guests while supporting the development and ongoing management of the resort's wine program.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Curating and maintaining an extensive and high-quality wine selection.
• Providing expert wine recommendations and pairings to guests.
• Working closely with the culinary team on wine pairings and menu changes.
• Conducting wine tastings and providing engaging wine education to guests.
• Training and developing the wider Food & Beverage team on wine knowledge and service.
• Managing wine inventory, purchasing and stock levels.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers, distributors and wine representatives.
• Driving wine sales through knowledgeable recommendations and exceptional service.
• Maintaining high standards of wine storage, presentation and service.
• Supporting private dining, special events and other guest experiences.
• Ensuring all wine service meets luxury hospitality and fine-dining standards.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Sommelier within a luxury hotel, resort or fine-dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of international wines, regions, varietals and wine service.
• Excellent wine pairing and guest engagement skills.
• Experience training and developing F&B teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to drive wine revenue.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for hospitality and delivering highly personalized guest experiences.
• Relevant wine qualifications such as WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers or equivalent are highly desirable.
• The ability to work effectively in a high-end, fast-paced hospitality environment.