Wine Specialist: Pairings & Guest Experience

City Winery Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City Winery Chicago invites a skilled sommelier to join our unique wine and hospitality team. This role focuses on maximizing beverage sales while delivering an exceptional guest experience in a venue that blends winery operations with intimate live music and fine dining.

The Somm will educate guests on wine selections, provide thoughtful pairings, and support monthly inventory. Strong communication and a passion for wine are essential to thrive here.

Qualifications

• 2+ years sommelier experience in a fast-paced restaurant
• Extensive knowledge of and a genuine love for wine, winemaking, beer and spirits
• Fluent English and exceptional guest service skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, well-organized wine cellar and staff workspace
• Recommend wine and beverage pairings to guests; upsell tableside and retail bottles
• Keep staff informed of wine-list changes and educate guests on beverage selections
• Assist with monthly inventory and product knowledge across producers and regions
• Identify and report any issues to management and maintain service flow for guests

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

Guest service

Communication

Job description

City Winery Chicago invites a skilled sommelier to join our unique wine and hospitality team. This role focuses on maximizing beverage sales while delivering an exceptional guest experience in a venue that blends winery operations with intimate live music and fine dining.

The Somm will educate guests on wine selections, provide thoughtful pairings, and support monthly inventory. Strong communication and a passion for wine are essential to thrive here.