Job Description

Reports to: General Manager


Job Summary: The Floor Sommelier position is responsible for the development and management of the wine by the glass program, wine list, and wine events. The Sommelier must have a great personality and be able to communicate with members and guests that might share different levels of wine knowledge


Job Duties:


•Responsible for ordering, receiving, inventory, organizing and selling wine for all


departments.


•Oversee all wine purchases and cost management.


•Assist guests during the dinner service with wine recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their dinner, decanting of the wine and wine service.


•Develop a training program for all Team Members to improve their knowledge of wine tasting and wine service.


•Train Team Members in order to maximize their understanding of wine and proper service techniques including glassware, pour levels, storage, beverage pairings and the ability to understand guest preferences.


•Ensure that all wine is served in proper glassware and in proper condition.


•Maintain all beverage lists to be accurate, up to date and free of errors.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Must be passionate about wine, must possess superior people skills


The ability to determine wine faults and maintain proper temperatures in order to showcase products at their maximum potential.


A strong knowledge of food and beverage pairings.


Solid understanding of pricing, budgets and cost controls. Operation and programming knowledge of a point of sales system.


Excellent oral and written communication skills


Strong computer skills


Physical Requirements:


Standing (hours at one time): 4


Standing (total hours per day): 8


Lifting/Carrying: up to 40 pounds


Education & Experience:


Court of Master Sommeliers Certified (Level 2) or equivalent in other accredited organization


3 or more years of experience in a similar role in a fine dining restaurant, hotel or country club CHICA

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