Sommelier - Full-time

Detroit Athletic Club; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detroit Athletic Club seeks a Sommelier to deliver refined wine experiences for members and support the club’s wine program. This role blends polished floor service with disciplined cellar organization to ensure wines are presented with care and stored properly.

Joining the team, you will work with the Assistant Wine Director to enhance dining experiences, assist with wine lists, and contribute to tasting events while upholding the highest standards of hospitality.

Qualifications

• Sommelier certification (CMS Intro/Certified) or WSET Level 2+ preferred.
• 2–5 years of wine-focused experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or private club environments.
• Strong foundational knowledge of classic wine regions, varietals, and styles.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in cellar management.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for guest interaction.
• Ability to lift and move wine cases and work in cellar environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide polished, personalized wine service across all dining venues.
• Guide members through wine selections with pairing recommendations.
• Present, open, decant, and serve wines according to elevated service standards.
• Build relationships with members to understand preferences and enhance their dining experience.
• Support wine service for club events, private functions, and wine dinners.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and logical bin placement within the main cellar and satellite storage areas.
• Receive and inspect all wine deliveries for accuracy and condition.
• Label, catalog, and properly store wines according to established cellar systems.
• Assist with monthly inventories to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Monitor cellar temperature, humidity, and storage conditions to protect wine quality.
• Support stock rotation and communicate low inventory or reordering needs to the Wine Director.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

Sommelier certification CMS Intro/Certified or WSET Level 2+

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Work Location - Detroit, MI 48226

Job Summary

The Sommelier at The Detroit Athletic Club is a service-focused wine professional dedicated to delivering refined, personalized wine experiences for members while supporting the daily operations of the club’s cellar. This role combines polished floor presence with disciplined cellar organization, ensuring wines are presented with care and stored with precision. Working alongside the Assistant Wine Director, the Sommelier contributes to the seamless execution of the club’s wine program, enhancing dining experiences, supporting events, and upholding the highest standards of wine service and hospitality.

Duties/Responsibilities

Floor Service and Member engagement

• Provide polished, personalized wine service across all dining venues.
• Guide members through wine selections with thoughtful pairing recommendations.
• Present, open, decant, and serve wines according to elevated service standards.
• Build relationships with members to understand preferences and enhance their dining experience.
• Support wine service for club events, private functions, and wine dinners.

Cellar Operations and Inventory Control

• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and logical bin placement within the main cellar and satellite storage areas.
• Receive and inspect all wine deliveries for accuracy and condition.
• Label, catalog, and properly store wines according to established cellar systems.
• Assist with monthly inventories to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Monitor cellar temperature, humidity, and storage conditions to protect wine quality.
• Support stock rotation and communicate low inventory or reordering needs to the Wine Director.

Program execution and support

• Assist with implementation of new wine list additions and vintage changes.
• Ensure POS systems, wine lists, and bin numbers remain accurate and current.
• Prepare wines, glassware, and materials for tastings, dinners, and Wine Society events.
• Support by-the-glass program management including Coravin offerings where applicable.

Education and Team Support

• Participate in and help conduct pre-shift wine trainings across all outlets.
• Act as a resource for servers regarding wine knowledge and pairing suggestions.
• Model professional wine service standards and hospitality excellence.

Adhere to professional standards

• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, and member service.
• Maintain all wine tools, service stations, and storage areas in pristine condition.
• Adhere to all club policies and service protocols

Qualifications

• Sommelier certification (CMS Intro/Certified) or WSET Level 2+ preferred.
• 2–5 years of wine-focused experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or private club environments.
• Strong foundational knowledge of classic wine regions, varietals, and styles.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in cellar management.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for guest interaction.
• Ability to lift and move wine cases and work in cellar environments.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, stand, sit, and use stairs.
• Must be able lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to perform with varying temperatures of indoor and outdoor environments.
• Must be able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Moderate/excessive noise level in the work environment.
• Location of work/office/space may be changed as needed or required.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.