Sommelier-ZZ's Sushi Bar

Major Food Brand; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Sommelier to assist guests with their wine, sake, and champagne selections. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in an upscale restaurant and possess extensive knowledge of wine service techniques. Responsibilities include ensuring correct serving methods, providing attentive customer service, and informing guests about menu items. This position requires availability during nights, weekends, and holidays and a passion for exemplary guest service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant.
• Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with wine, sake, and champagne selection based on their taste and budget.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide information regarding menus and pricing.
• Ensure all wines, sake, and champagnes are served correctly according to standards.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques

Attention to detail

Customer service

Ability to work nights, weekends & holidays

Strong communication skills

Education

WSET certifications

Certifications from another accredited wine institution

Job description

Major Man. Florida
49 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

MFG is hiring passionate and experienced Sommeliers with strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of service and professionalism.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu
• Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing
• Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu complements the items on our food and dessert menu
• Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards
• Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable
• Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests
• Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials
• Follow and adhere to all standards set by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards
• Perform all other duties as instructed by management

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant
• WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred
• Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques
• Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays
• A passion for providing exemplary guest service
• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Clean and organized working habits
• A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
• Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease
• Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively

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