Head Sommelier
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Job Description
As Head Sommelier you will oversee all aspects of our wine program from curation and cellar management to staff education and guest engagement. Youll work closely with our culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure our wine offerings complement our menu and reflect our standards of excellence.
What you will be doing:
Curate and maintain a dynamic diverse and balanced wine list
Manage inventory purchasing and vendor relationships
Lead wine service during service hours providing expert guidance to guests
Train and mentor FOH staff in wine knowledge and service
Plan and host tastings pairing dinners and wine-focused events
Monitor and maintain cellar organization and stock control
Ensure full compliance with licensing laws and health & safety regulations
- Handle guest feedback and resolve any issues to maintain a high level of service.
Qualifications :
Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
Minimum 35 years of sommelier experience in a fine-dining or high-end hospitality environment
Certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers (or equivalent) preferred
Deep knowledge of global wine regions producers and vintages
Exceptional palate communication skills and table-side presence
Proven ability to lead inspire and educate a team
Passion for hospitality and a guest-first mindset
Additional Information :
Your Team & Working Enviroment:
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is 5 star Luxury Hotel with 262 Luxury Rooms & Suites Including 1 Royal Suite 6 Opera Suites 21 Prestige Suites 32 Club Millesime Rooms 202 Luxury Rooms 5 Restaurant & 4 Bars 1 Grand Ballroom 2 Meeting Rooms Beach Club Kids Club and the first Thalassa Spa in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries (GCC)
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
