Sommelier

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

Job summary

A luxury private-island resort in the Florida Keys is seeking an experienced Sommelier to join its food and beverage team.

You will own a high-end wine program, curate selections, provide pairing recommendations, train the F&B team, and drive wine revenue while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Strong knowledge of international wines and wine service are required; WSET or CMS credentials are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier in luxury hotel, resort or fine-dining.
• Strong knowledge of international wines, regions and varietals.
• Excellent wine pairing and guest engagement skills.
• Experience training and developing F&B teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to drive wine revenue.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for hospitality and personalized guest experiences.
• Wine qualifications such as WSET or CMS are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Curate and maintain an extensive wine selection.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and pairings.
• Collaborate with culinary team on wine pairings and menus.
• Conduct wine tastings and provide guest education.
• Train and develop F&B teams on wine knowledge and service.
• Manage wine inventory, purchasing and stock levels.
• Build relationships with suppliers and wine reps.
• Drive wine sales through recommendations and service.
• Maintain high standards of wine storage and presentation.
• Support private dining and events with wine service.

Skills

Wine service

Pairings

Guest engagement

Team training

Commercial awareness

Education

WSET certification

Court of Master Sommeliers

Job description

Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000 USD + Commission

Employment: Full-Time

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