Sommelier

Relais & Châteaux

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Cumbria - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We have two beautiful on site restaurants and to complement our food offerings were looking for passionate individuals who have an interest for mixology wine and Champagne. There will be a lot of guest contact so its crucial that you love that side of the job too!

You will also work closely with our Executive Head Chef Restaurant Manager and Head Sommelier to offer suitable wine pairings for our restaurants to delight our guests by helping them choose the best wine to complement their food.

A Sommelier

  • Possesses a professional welcoming and warm personality.
  • Works with the Head Sommelier and chefs to ensure our aperitifs digestifs and wine is aligned to our food and guests tastes.
  • Creates and updates the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Head Sommelier.
  • Understands the guest who they are their expectations and how to effectively manage their part of the overall service experience to ensure repeat custom.
  • Recommends food and wine pairings - advising guests on wines to suit their personal tastes and food choices.
  • Informs guests about different varieties of wines and prices.
  • Ensures wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware.
  • Serves water aperitifs digestifs and wine and clearing and replacing glassware as required.
  • Manages wine cellar and ensures its fully-stocked.
  • Stores open bottles properly to maintain correct tastes.
  • Ensures appropriate supply of clean glassware at all times.
  • Updates waiting staff on available wines.
  • Communicates clearly professionally and concisely.
  • Identifies ways to improve sales or control cost.

Qualifications :

  • Possesses WSET level 2 or equivalent Sommelier qualifications.
  • Takes pride in building rapport with your team guests and suppliers.
  • Works effectively as part of a team and individually.
  • Trains wait staff on available wines.

Additional Information :

Salary: from 29250 to 31005

Gratuities are allocated on a points basis depending on development tiers. Although variable average levels are projected as being from 370 to 550 per month.

Hours: 45 hours per week.

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Be part of a great team.

Work in a stunning location.

  • Canteen
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Free or subsidised travel
  • Gym membership
  • On-site parking

Relocation assistance may be available

Staff transport provided free between staff houses and hotel


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

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