Sommelier

Blackberry Mountain; Walland (TN); In loco; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Blackberry Mountain seeks a skilled Mixologist/Sommelier to lead the beverage program and craft a 5-star guest experience. You will oversee daily bar operations, develop seasonal cocktail programs, and ensure expert wine, beer, and spirit knowledge across the team.

Ideal candidates have a culinary/ hospitality background and formal wine training, with a passion for service excellence. This role collaborates across dining room, bar, and outdoor areas of Blackberry Mountain.

Competenze

• 4-year degree in culinary arts preferred.
• Experience in the hospitality industry preferred.
• Technical school or on the job formal training in Wine and Spirits preferred.

Mansioni

• Inventory maintenance for the beverage program
• Restock and maintenance of the bar
• Develop a cocktail program to increase revenue and seasonally refresh it
• Monitor bar service standards and adjust as needed
• Assist in wine inventory and storage upkeep
• Train staff on wines, spirits, and cocktails
• Ensure beverage coverage at all applicable services
• Manage ordering and receiving of alcohol
• Oversee wine lists and beverage menus; supervise during absences

Conoscenze

Verbal communication

Written communication

Guest interaction

Team communication

Math basics

Judgment

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts

Hospitality experience

Wine & Spirits training

Descrizione del lavoro

The Mixologist/Sommelier will need to be someone who yearns to cultivate the best guest experience possible with the idea that food and beverage are inseparable. In addition, the Mixologist/Sommelier is responsible for managing all daily bar and beverage functions for the hotel company and ensuring a successful 5-star experience for guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

The position will include, but not limited to, in assisting leading the overall operation of the Beverage Program.

• Responsible for Inventory Maintenance
• Restock and maintenance of Bar
• Develop a cocktail program to increase revenue and change seasonally
• Monitor bar service standards and adjust as needed
• Assist in restocking of Wine
• Maintenance and upkeep of wine cellars and beverage storage areas
• Understand bar service and operations
• Strong knowledge of wine, beer & spirits
• Assist with the inventory count of bar supplies and maintain a par level of these items
• Assist in managing the ordering and receiving of alcohol
• Assist in setting up of beverage tastings daily
• Train staff on wines, spirits and cocktails
• Ensure beverage coverage is in place at applicable services
• Maintenance and stewardship of the wine list and beverage menus
• Perform supervisor duties in the absence of the Dining Room Manager or as needed

Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance is required.

Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers and interact with our guests.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervision Bar Staff and all hourly dining room employees

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 4-year degree in culinary arts preferred
• Experience in the hospitality industry preferred
• Technical school or on the job formal training in Wine and Spirits preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests, team members, and managers

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic knowledge and understanding of math

REASONING ABILITY

• Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work long hours and be on your feet for a long period of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to safely operate a company vehicle or golf cart

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Dining Room, Outdoor, Bar, and Kitchen areas
• 5,200 acres of Blackberry Mountain property