Sommelier

Major Food Brand; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the United States is looking for passionate and experienced Sommeliers. The role involves assisting guests with wine selections, providing exceptional customer service, and adhering to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in upscale restaurants and possess a strong knowledge of wine service techniques. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is essential. Join us in delivering the highest standards of service and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A passion for providing exemplary guest service.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with wine, sake, and champagne selection.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide necessary information.
• Ensure proper presentation and serving techniques.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques

Strong attention to detail

Ability to think quickly on your feet

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Education

WSET certifications or certifications from another accredited wine institution

Job description

MFG is hiring passionate and experiencedSommelierswith 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 compliments 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

Qualifications

• 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 learningand 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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