Sommelier

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Lounge/Restaurant.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team to develop wine pairing suggestion for the Bar/Restaurant’s menus.
• Responsible for ordering, receiving and inventory of Wine/Sake/Whisky.
• Implement inventory control measures to minimise waste
• Regular maintenance and updating of alcohols list to reflect current products and vintages.
• Provide expert guidance to guests during dinner service with wine/sake/whisky recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their dinner.
• Conduct training to all the team members to enhance their knowledge of wine/sake/whisky service.
• Responsible for the correct use and maintenance of glassware and other related equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining and executing all the special beverage promotions designed to increase beverage sales in the outlet.
• Refresh the Bar/Restaurant wine programme on a regular basis to ensure that the wine programme remains relevant & exciting.
• Responsible for Budget, cost control, analysing profit and loss statement and make decisions that contribute to the financial success of the Lounge/Restaurant
• Ensure compliance with food & beverage hygiene policies & procedures
• Any other duties that might be assigned from time to time

Requirements

▪ Experience as a Sommelier, wine steward/stewardess with extensive knowledge of different wines/Sake/Whisky

▪ Certification as a Sommelier, WSET or equivalent

▪ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

▪ Customer oriented with a positive attitude

▪ Proficient in MS Office and Micros

▪ Able to work on weekends and holidays