Wine & Beverage Concierge — Luxury Hotel Sommelier

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is hiring for a new concept in a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district. The role requires sommelier expertise, wine knowledge, and exceptional guest service to elevate wine pairings and dining experiences.

Qualified candidates will have at least 3 years of sommelier experience and a wine program certificate. You’ll work in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment and contribute to staff education and wine service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Sommelier experience or equivalent Tao Group Hospitality experience required.
• Certificate from an accredited wine program required.
• Previous food and beverage experience preferred.
• Knowledge of proper wine service techniques, temperatures, glassware, and decanting.
• Fundamental knowledge of the wine regions of the world.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cocktails and spirits.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Maintain general cleanliness of assigned stations and the venue.
• Provides professional and exceptional service.
• Accurately enter all orders into the POS system.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions and support co-workers as a team player.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and Tao Group Hospitality venues.
• Well versed in both classic and creative wine and food pairings.
• Assist and/ or lead staff education sessions.
• Serve all alcoholic beverages in accordance with state regulations and training standards.
• Complies with Department of Health standards.
• Communicate guests’ needs to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House staff, managers, and chefs.
• Set up floor and side stations, perform opening/closing procedures as directed.
• Attend daily pre-service meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Wine program certificate

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality is hiring for a new concept in a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district. The role requires sommelier expertise, wine knowledge, and exceptional guest service to elevate wine pairings and dining experiences.

Qualified candidates will have at least 3 years of sommelier experience and a wine program certificate. You’ll work in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment and contribute to staff education and wine service excellence.