Sommelier (Docent Steak)

Responsibilities:

• Assist guests with wine, 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, or champagne menu compliments the items on our food and dessert menu

• Ensure all wines are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards

• Inform and explain alternative wine selections to guests should their choice be unavailable

• Provide engaged, friendly, and attentive customer service to all guests

• Perform all other duties as instructed by management

Requirements:

• Experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high-volume restaurant

• CMS or WSET certifications preferred or equivalent from another accredited wine institution

• Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques

• Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays

• Positive attitude

• A “guest-first” mindset and passion for providing exemplary guest service

• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency

• Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively