Wine Program Director - Fine-Dining & Guest Experience

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts on dining, retail,

Health benefit plans

Dental and vision coverage

Voluntary life insurance

Short term disability

Flexible spending accounts

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Monthly discretionary bonus

Job summary

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group in the United States is seeking an experienced Sommelier for our fine dining venues. You will lead wine service, guide guests through pairings, and drive wine sales while ensuring outstanding guest satisfaction.

We value passion for wine, hospitality excellence, and strong interpersonal skills. A Level 2 Sommelier certification is a plus; ongoing training and generous benefits support your career growth in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• At least 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 focused and strong ability to sell.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through commitment to a "Do Whatever It Takes Attitude" and a hands-on, lead by example management style.
• Works the floor during restaurant hours, guiding guests through the beverage offerings and executing wine service.
• Maximizes wine revenue through attentive, guest-centered salesmanship.
• Assists the service staff and management team with basic restaurant tasks when necessary.
• Possess commanding knowledge of the wine list, a thorough understanding of the menu and how the two pair, as well as all other beverages offered.
• Orders all wine to ensure inventory is accurate and product on hand sufficient to support operations.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

Hospitality

Sales skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Level 2 Sommelier (Court of Masters)

Job description

Del Frisco's Restaurant Group in the United States is seeking an experienced Sommelier for our fine dining venues. You will lead wine service, guide guests through pairings, and drive wine sales while ensuring outstanding guest satisfaction.

We value passion for wine, hospitality excellence, and strong interpersonal skills. A Level 2 Sommelier certification is a plus; ongoing training and generous benefits support your career growth in a high-volume environment.