Junior Sommelier Full Time

 About the Job

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sommelier in Jumeirah Restaurants. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

Operational

• Assisting in curating and updating wine lists
• Recommending food and wine pairings to clients
• Showcasing and informing clients about the different wine varieties
• Placing orders for wines
• Contacting and negotiating prices with vendors and wine makers
• Organizing and managing wine tasting events
• Reviewing and ensuring that the wine cellar is stocked at all times
• Ensuring compliance to the food and health safety measures and regulations
• Coordinating with the Waiters to serve wine at the right temperature
• Arranging and using proper glassware for serving wine
• Ensuring that open wine bottles are stored properly
• Verifying guest IDs to check legal drinking age

HR/Training

• WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
• WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits
• WSET Level 1 Award in Sake

Communication

• Coordinate on a daily basis with Outlet Manager/Restaurant General Managers regarding outlet issues, operations and performance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good time management and organizational skills

About you: 

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Diploma in Hotel Management
• 3 years as Sommelier
• Excellent knowledge of different types of wines, wineries, and local vineyard
• Understanding of the wine making process, food pairings, and glassware used
• Displaying good hygiene standards