Wine Director - Lead Sommelier & Guest Experience

Landry's; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training program

Career development and growth

Employee discounts on dining, retail,

Multiple health benefit plans

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short/

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Landry's in Pittsburgh seeks an experienced sommelier to lead wine service, curate guest experiences, and drive beverage sales in a high-volume fine dining setting. You will manage the wine list, guide pairing recommendations, and collaborate with service staff to ensure seamless guest satisfaction.

The role requires passion for wine, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a track record of hospitality excellence. Training and growth opportunities are offered within Landry's extensive portfolio.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sommelier experience in a fine dining, high-volume environment.
• Passion for wine and people.
• Level 2 certified Sommelier (Court of Masters) is a plus.
• Extensive wine knowledge; hospitality focus and strong ability to sell.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction with a hands-on, lead-by-example management style.
• Guides guests through beverage offerings and executes wine service on the floor.
• Maximizes wine revenue through attentive, guest-centered salesmanship.
• Assists service staff and management with basic restaurant tasks when necessary.
• Possesses commanding knowledge of the wine list and menu pairings; understands other beverages.
• Orders wine to maintain accurate inventory to support operations.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

People skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Sales focus

Job description

Landry's in Pittsburgh seeks an experienced sommelier to lead wine service, curate guest experiences, and drive beverage sales in a high-volume fine dining setting. You will manage the wine list, guide pairing recommendations, and collaborate with service staff to ensure seamless guest satisfaction.

The role requires passion for wine, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a track record of hospitality excellence. Training and growth opportunities are offered within Landry's extensive portfolio.