Sommelier/ Wine Steward

The Grove Cucina & Wine; Gomez (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Grove Cucina & Wine in Gomez, Florida is looking for a Wine Server. Responsibilities include serving food and wine, taking orders, and managing the wine inventory. Candidates should hold an AA Degree or higher and possess at least one year of experience in the upscale wine or restaurant industry. Ideal applicants will have strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience in upscale wine/restaurant industry or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wines, wine production, and the wine industry.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Sells and serves wine and food to patrons.
• Takes customer orders and serves pre-ordered food.
• Monitors wine storage and updates wine list.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Service orientation

Coordination

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of wines and wine industry

Ability to work independently

Education

AA Degree or higher

Job description

Serves food and wine to patrons in a dining establishment.

General Accountabilities

• Sells and serves wine and food to patrons in a dining establishment.
• Presents wine list and menu, answers questions, and makes suggestions regarding food and wine pairings.
• Takes customer orders by writing them down or memorizing them.
• Properly serves guest wine choices.
• Presents orders to the cooks on behalf of the patrons via POS system.
• Serves customers their pre‑ordered food.
• Observes diners to respond to any additional wine needs and fills, requests and to determine when the meal has been completed.
• Totals bill and accepts payment or refers patron to cashier.
• Clears or resets table at the end of each course.
• Thanks patrons and kindly invites them back for future dining.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications

• Education: AA Degree or higher.
• Experience: At least one year's experience in upscale wine/restaurant industry or equivalent.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Service orientation
• Coordination
• Helps manage wine inventory; maintains order schedules to assure complete stock.
• Helps develop and maintain relationships with winery representatives
• Samples wines and selects those to be included on wine list.
• Monitors wine storage and condition of wine cellar.
• Maintains and updates wine list and menu with Advanced Sommelier owner‑mentor; determines or recommends bottle and individual glass prices.
• Assists in maintaining and building wine club and member events.
• Assists guests with wine and menu selection as needed; makes recommendations based on guests’ preferences, tastes, and entrée selection.
• Educates staff on wine and food pairings; coordinates periodic wine tastings for wait staff.
• Opens and serves wine to guests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Performs opening and closing duties.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wines, wine production, and wine industry.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.