Sommelier

Company: Ocean Hotels Barbados

JOB SUMMARY

The Sommelier is responsible for assisting with wine and food pairings for the menu and overseeing the serving of wines to our guests

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining an updated list of wines that complement our food selections


• Maintain adequate par level of wines in each outlet and in stores


• Collaborating with chefs and the Group Food & Beverage Director and Food and Beverage manager when making selections


• Creating food and wine pairings for each of our seasonal menus


• Recommending wines to patrons based on personal taste, and food selection


• Overseeing the serving and storage of wine and training the waitstaff on the wine selection


• Making sure wines are served in the correct glassware and at the proper temperature


• Ensure enough glassware is available in every outlet


• Making sure all guests served wine are of proper age


• Following all safety and health regulations


• Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste


• Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events

  REQUIREMENTS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A minimum of two years experience in a restaurant as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role


• Certification as a sommelier


• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or a related field


• Extensive knowledge of Wines and their Region


• An understanding of the wine making process


• Experience in Sales


• Excellent Communication Skills and presentation skills


• Great Customer Service Skills


• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• The ability to multitask


• Bilingual in English and French, Italian, or Spanish would be an asset