SOMMELIER

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide professional wine and beverage recommendations to guests based on their preferences, menu selections and budget.
• Present, open, decant and serve wines according to established service standards.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the restaurant's wine list, including wine regions, grape varieties, vintages, producers and styles.
• Recommend appropriate wine and food pairings.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the restaurant's wine list.
• Monitor wine inventory and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Conduct regular stock counts and assist with inventory control.
• Ensure wines are stored correctly and wine storage areas are properly organised and maintained.
• Assist with wine purchasing, receiving and stock rotation.
• Maintain accurate records of wine movement, breakages and stock discrepancies.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager, Beverage Manager and culinary team on wine recommendations and menu pairings.
• Conduct wine briefings and provide wine knowledge training to service staff.
• Assist guests professionally with enquiries relating to wine and beverages.
• Support the service team during restaurant operations when required.
• Maintain high standards of guest service and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist in achieving beverage sales and revenue targets.
• Keep updated on wine trends, new producers, vintages and developments within the beverage industry.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's service standards, operational procedures and applicable licensing requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Management.