Job Introduction
The recommendation and sale of wines and other beverages to our guests. To ensure complete guest satisfaction by delivering outstanding wine and drinks service consistently and effectively within our fine dining restaurant.
Role Responsibility
The Sommelier will be responsible for;
- Ensuring own areas are properly stocked and set up ready for service
- Ensuring an effective wine and beverage service in the restaurant at all times
- Supervising Commis Sommeliers
- Responsible for wine list in order to assist guest with their choices, being able to make appropriate recommendations where necessary.
- Being aware of all bookings and any special guest requirements
- Updates to the hotel wine selections and listings
- Run any wine tasting sessions as required by the team
- Resolving any guest queries relating to wine and drink service
- Ensuring the maintenance and cleanliness of all wine service equipment
- Maintain all standards as would be required in a Michelin Star restaurant
- Carry out any wine training as required by front of house team members
- Stock and inventory control
- Liaison with and management of relationships with suppliers
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience as a Sommelier in a Fine Dining restaurant is essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of world wines and beverages
- Excellent knowledge and genuine passion for food
- Exceptional customer service standards
- Experience of managing a team
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Confident, professional and welcoming
Package Description
Hospitality is all about people and Exclusive Hotels and Venues are committed to ensuring our people are happy and well rewarded so that in turn, they pass the positivity onto our guests. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits for successful candidates include;
- Competitive salary
- Uniform
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty
- Complimentary car parking
- Discounted room nights across all Exclusive Hotels and Venues
- Discounts on food and beverage across all Exclusive properties
About the Company
Exclusive Hotels and Venues is a family owned collection of six individual and characterful country house hotels and venues situated across the south of England. Offering every imaginable leisure, wedding, meeting and training requirement and more they are all situated in beautiful locations, surrounded by acres of stunning countryside and gardens.