Sommelier - Cathedrale New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Tao Group is seeking a part-time Restaurant Team Member to provide exceptional service and maintain a high standard of wine service. Candidates should possess hospitality experience and knowledge of wine pairings, with a focus on teamwork and communication. Join a dynamic environment where you can showcase your skills and contribute to a memorable guest experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper wine service techniques and serving temperatures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned stations and the venue.
• Accurately enter orders into the POS system.

Skills

Positive energy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Wine certification from an accredited wine institution

Previous hospitality experience

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests
Maintain general cleanliness of assigned stations and the entire venue
Provides professional and exceptional service
Accurately enter all orders into the POS system
Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player
Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company
Possesses excellent knowledge of venues wine list
Well versed in both classic and creative wine and food pairings
Assists in or leads staff education sessions
Serves all alcoholic beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards
Complies with Department of Health standards
Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
Accurately completes all end-of-shift Wine Sales reports
Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs
Properly sets-up floor and side stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by
management, including:
o Ensures the dining room is set for proper wine service
o Ice buckets are prepared and maintained throughout service
o Side stations have sufficient stemware, decanters, etc.
o Wine storage rooms are well-maintained and organized
o Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management
Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings
Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings
Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
Portrays a positive and professional attitude
Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments
Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Tao Group Hospitality in-venue sommelier training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:
Previous hospitality experience.
Knowledge of proper wine service techniques, proper serving temperatures, glassware selection, and decanting.
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Fundamental knowledge of the wine regions of the World
Wine certification from an accredited wine institution preferred
21+ years of age

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE
The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Ability to write and verbally communicate
Must have good positive energy throughout the day
Must be able to print legibly for team members, management, and guests to read
Must be able to bend, kneel, and/or stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to move quickly
Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends
upon the guest volume
Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
Exposure to cleaning materials
May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
Office, Casino, Nightclub, Dayclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and coworkers in a professional, courteous manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a summary of duties, which you are expected to perform in your assignment. It is by no means an allinclusive list but is merely a broad guide to expected duties. As a team member, you should understand that a job description
is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time. Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team
members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property. In addition, attendance at
all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required. Also, at the request of management, any team member may be asked
and expected to perform additional duties, responsibilities, or projects without notice

About Us

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hakkasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates over 80 branded locations in over 20 markets across four continents and features a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Palm Tree Beach Club, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, Jewel, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors.

Job Info

• Job Identification 6052
• Job Category Restaurant Team Member
• Posting Date 05/19/2025, 03:54 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 112 E 11th St, New York, NY, 10003, US