Sommelier - Twin Farms

The Sommelier position at Twin Farms is responsible for the daily service of all beverages to our addition to guest requests they are also responsible for pairing the nightly tasting menu working with the chefs to optimize guest experience. They will also assist the Wine Director with cellar organization cleanliness and inventory utilization.

Qualifications :

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Sommelier certification with a strong knowledge of the worlds top wine styles regions producers and vintages. Demonstrated eagerness to continue development of wine knowledge. 

Strong familiarity with a wide range of fine foods and skilled in pairing a wide range of wines with a variety of culinary offerings. 

Confident and skilled in sharing wine/spirit/beer knowledge with guests. 

Able to execute timely practical and fair decisions with best balance for the interests of guests staff and company in mind. 

Able to establish maintain and follow through on priorities despite frequent interruptions changes and unexpected stresses. 

Customer oriented approach to guest issues with a positive and proactive attitude and a strict adherence to confidentiality. 

Strong communication skills while working with others. 

Professional demeanor at all times- particularly when fielding strong guest concerns. 

Able to react quickly to changing demands and prove resourceful in taking on challenges. 

Skilled at working congenially in a team format to plan and execute exceptional guest service. 

Able to maintain a flexibility work schedule; sincere level of reliability- including being available to work weekends/holiday periods.

Preferred Education/Training: 

Minimum of a High School or equivalency degree; with preference given to a college degree- particularly in hospitality/restaurant management. 

Sommelier certification. 

Certified to serve alcoholic beverages through the Vermont Liquor Control board. 

Minimum experience of 2 years in fine dining service with at least 1 year as a sommelier preferred. 

Working Conditions: 

Tasks often conducted in a fast-paced environment with ever-changing demands. 

Predominant activity is on feet with continuous walking and standing. 

Frequent lifting of loads (cases of wines) up to 35 pounds often at shoulder height; occasional lifting extremes can approximate 50lbs. 

Work involves close collaboration with full Dining Team as well as staff from other departments.

Compensation

• Starting Pay Range: $24/hr - $28/hr actual compensation may be adjusted based on qualifications and/or experience.

Additional Information :

Perks & Benefits:

At Twin Farms we take care of our team so you can focus on what you do best.

Heres what you can look forward to:

• Up to 4 weeks paid time off plus paid sick days and holidays

• Two complimentary meals every day youre on shift

• Affordable on-site housing for qualified candidates

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship for select positions

• Employer contributions for medical dental and vision coverage

• Free vision and life insurance  no cost to you

• Friends & Family discount rates so you can share the Twin Farms experience

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will employment relationship.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time