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Sommelier
Job Location:
Job Location:
Nelspruit - South Africa
Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Salary:
Posted:
24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
21 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Sommelier - Luxury Safari Lodge - Sabi Sand
Role Overview:
An exceptional opportunity for a qualified and passionate Sommelier to curate and deliver a bespoke world-class wine experience within a luxury safari environment. This role focuses on personalised wine service cellar management guest engagement and maintaining the highest standards of wine presentation and stock control.
Key Responsibilities:
Wine Service & Guest Experience
Deliver a consistent and bespoke wine experience for all guests
Pair wines according to menus and individual guest preferences
Host wine tastings and curated wine experiences
Provide expert wine recommendations with confidence and finesse
Host repeat and VIP guests with ease and adaptability
Cellar & Stock Management
Manage full cellar stock control and inventory systems
Oversee bulk wine facilities and replenishment processes
Physically transfer and distribute wine across lodge cellars
Maintain accurate stock tracking and reporting
Administration & Compliance
Handle wine sales invoicing stock control and related administration
Ensure accurate documentation and reporting procedures
Maintain compliance with SOPs and operational standards
Liaise with finance and operational teams where required
Training & Team Development
Train and develop lodge staff on wine service standards
Support continuous learning and product knowledge across teams
Contribute to a culture of service excellence and confidence in wine presentation
Brand Sustainability & Collaboration
Actively support conservation messaging and sustainability initiatives
Contribute to greening lodge operations where possible
Collaborate effectively with all departments to ensure seamless guest service
Support multi-skilling and cross-departmental collaboration
Requirements:
Sommelier qualification (Cape Wine Diploma or equivalent)
WSET Level 3 essential
Strong knowledge of international wines
Minimum 3 years experience in luxury hospitality or guest-facing service
Strong computer literacy (MS Office required)
Excellent email etiquette and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
Sales leadership and guest engagement capability
Valid drivers licence required
Personal Attributes:
Passionate about wine and luxury guest experiences
Professional polished and approachable presentation
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Resilient energetic and able to work under pressure
Team player with a developmental mindset
Confident adaptable and guest-focused
Required Skills:
experience
About Company
Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more
