Sommelier/Captain(Server) - Hybrid

Maple & Ash Boston LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 7,671 - 10,926; Full time

Job summary

Maple & Ash Boston LLC is looking for a skilled Sommelier to join their team in Boston, MA. The role involves guiding guests through their wine selections and providing exceptional service while working closely with FOH staff.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of fine-dining experience and a commitment to becoming a certified sommelier. Maple & Ash offers a vibrant work culture focused on generosity, excellence, and the love of food and wine.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of high-volume, fine-dining experience.
• Extensive food and culinary knowledge with above-average wine knowledge.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Guide guests to the perfect bottle of wine and offer dedicated service.
• Educate and inspire FOH staff through guided tastings.
• Ensure all wine service is accurate and timely.
• Efficiently manage a dining station and curate experiences for guests.

Skills

High-volume fine dining experience

Wine knowledge

Time management

People skills

Education

Commitment to become a certified sommelier within one year

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Maple &ون Ash Boston LLC - Boston, MA 02210
Salary Range: $6.75 - $6.75 Hourly

Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations.

Our culture is built on four core principles:

• Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations.
• Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.
• Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.
• Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.

What You Will Do

Sommelier Shifts (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday)

• Guide & Inspire Guests: Approach every table, offer dedicated sommelier service, and guide guests to the perfect bottle regardless of price, ensuring selections translate seamlessly into memorable experiences.
• Staff Education: Utilize pre-shift meetings to educate, inform, and inspire the Front of House (FOH) staff. This includes leading guided tastings, quizzing on BTG (By-The-Glass) or focus wines, communicating 86's, and recognizing staff for exceptional wine sales.
• Cellar & Service Integrity: Ensure all wine leaving the cellar is accurately rung in and accounted for. Perform wine service flawlessly and in a timely manner.
• Floor Support: Actively support Captains on the floor by assisting with clearing/setting tables, serving food, taking drink orders, and managing guest recovery.

Captain / Server Shifts (2 Days Per Week)

• Station Management: Efficiently manage a high-volume, 3-5 table dining station while maintaining a strong, professional floor presence.
• Curate Experiences: Read your guests to deliver customized, personality-driven experiences while maintaining an ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
• Cross-Functional Teamwork: Act as a true team player by communicating effectively with the FOH and BOH teams, reporting on guest experiences (both positive and negative), and supporting your peers at all times.

Universal Responsibilities (All Shifts)

• Arrive on time, clocked in, and in a flawless uniform adhering to Maple Hospitality Group hygiene standards.
• Complete all opening and closing side work in a timely manner as set forth by management.
• Build authentic, professional relationships with guests to facilitate repeat business.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of high-volume, fine-dining experience.
• Wine & Culinary Expertise: Extensive food and culinary knowledge. Above-average wine knowledge is required, with the intent/commitment to become a certified sommelier within one year of employment.
• Operational Skills: Excellent time management and multitasking abilities; a true "master of details."
• Soft Skills: High degree of professionalism, excellent people skills, and a genuine passion for the craft of service.