SommelierSommelière Pastamara Bar con Cucina (mfd)

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us the experience stays with them. As the premier worldwide provider of luxury experiences we set the standard for rare and special luxury services and seek for the best hospitality professionals worldwide. We are convinced that the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton are the most important resource in our service commitment to our guests.

The Gold Standards serve as the foundation of the Ritz-Carlton brand and motivate us to be better every day. With this approach and the firm belief that our culture is the driving force of success The Ritz-Carlton has earned an international reputation as a market leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team you will get to know our Gold Standards such as our Employee Promise our Credo and our Service Values. We promise you that with us you will have the opportunity to be proud of your work and your fellow Ladies and Gentlemen.

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Pastamara - Bar con Cucina: an exciting new angle of Sicily in the heart of Vienna.

Ciccio Sultano has gone on a culinary journey picking up the choicest ingredients along the way and now hes ready to start a new chapter in his gourmet story: a stylish bar con cucina that reimagines his Sicilian cuisine.

• Top 50 Italy: Nr. 25 Ranking I Migliori Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo
• Michelin Guide Listing

The Ritz-Carlton Vienna is looking for a Lady or Gentlemen for the position of:

Sommelier/Sommelière

At The Ritz-Carlton we craft extraordinary dining experiences that celebrate authenticity refinement and genuine hospitality. As a Sommelier/Sommelière in our Sicilian restaurant you will embody the elegance and passion of wine culture while delivering the impeccable service and sophistication that define The Ritz-Carlton brand. You will be responsible for curating exceptional wine experiences guiding guests through thoughtful pairings and elevating each moment of the dining journey with expertise storytelling and intuitive service.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized anticipatory wine service in alignment with The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards
• Welcome and engage guests with warmth and professionalism creating meaningful connections through wine
• Curate and recommend wine pairings that complement the restaurants Sicilian cuisine and seasonal menus
• Present and describe wines with confidence sharing knowledge about regions producers vintages and styles
• Manage tableside wine service including proper presentation opening decanting and pouring
• Maintain and continuously develop deep knowledge of the wine list including Sicilian and Italian wines
• Assist in maintaining the wine cellar including inventory management storage standards and organization
• Collaborate closely with the culinary and service teams to create harmonious food and wine experiences
• Support wine list development with our awarded Head Sommelière and participate in tastings supplier meetings and wine education initiatives
• Participate in pre-shift briefings ongoing training and service development programs

Your Qualifications:

• Minimum 23 years of experience as a Sommelier/Sommelière or wine-focused service professional in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of Italian wines particularly Sicilian wines and regional grape varieties
• Formal wine education preferred (WSET Level 2/3 Court of Master Sommeliers or equivalent certification)
• Excellent communication storytelling and guest engagement skills
• Passion for wine gastronomy and delivering memorable guest experiences
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform gracefully in a fast-paced luxury environment
• Experience with wine cellar management and inventory control is an advantage
• Fluent in English and German; Italian language skills highly desirable

Our Benefits:

• Become part of the Top 1% of Hospitality Professionals:Stand out with your experience in a prestigious environment and among professionals
• Work in a 5-star environment:Enjoy working in a modern and luxurious workplace equipped with high-quality amenities
• Excellent career opportunities worldwide: Benefit from great career prospects in 5-star hotels around the world
• Regular training & development opportunities:Take advantage of our ongoing training and in-depth development opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Motivated and supportive team: Work in a dedicated friendly team that collaborates on achieving success
• Unique employee benefits: Enjoy numerous global perks such as hotel stays Food & Beverage discounts retail discounts free uniform cleaning and meals wellbeing and recognition programs and many more benefits
• Competitive compensation: Receive an attractive salary along with a guaranteed annual pay increase based on your performance

The statutory gross minimum remuneration for this position based on full-time employment is 2.26300 per month. A higher salary may be offered depending on your qualifications and experience.

Our motivated and supportive team will be happy to onboard you and give you a warm welcome with a two-day Onboarding from the very beginning.

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Please be advised that a valid working permission for Austria is required for this position.

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