Sommelier

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Job Summary: Sommelier to ensure a holistic gastronomic experience through wine management, recommendation, and service in a fine dining environment. Key Highlights: 1. Key role in enhancing the customer's gastronomic experience 2. Comprehensive cellar management and wine list development 3. Opportunity to work with international cuisine and high-level food-and-wine pairing **Sommelier – Fine Dining** **Job Objective** Ensure a holistic gastronomic experience through proper management, recommendation, and service of wines and beverages, maximizing customer satisfaction, average check size, and cellar profitability. **Requirements** * Sommelier certification (WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent) * Bachelor’s degree in Gastronomy, Hospitality, or related field (preferred) * **Experience:** 3–5 years as a Sommelier in fine dining restaurants or luxury hotels * Experience with international cuisine and high-level food-and-wine pairing **Languages:** * Advanced English (mandatory) **Main Responsibilities** * Advise guests on wine and beverage selection * Execute food-and-wine pairings aligned with the menu * Deliver wine service according to fine dining standards * Manage and control the cellar (inventory, shrinkage, rotation) * Develop and update the wine list * Train floor staff on wine culture and suggestive selling * Coordinate with the Executive Chef on gastronomic proposals * Negotiate with suppliers and source exclusive new labels * Increase average check size through sales strategies Offer: * Competitive salary commensurate with experience * Service-based working hours (availability to work in the Polanco area) * Benefits Employment Type: Probationary period Contract Duration: 3 months Salary: Starting from $12,000.00 per month Application Question(s): * What is your salary expectation? * What is your availability to start work? * Please provide a contact number where we may call to request references. Thank you Language: * English (Mandatory) License/Certification: * Sommelier (Mandatory) Work Location: On-site employment