Head Sommelier
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St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is seeking a Head Sommelier to lead the hotel's wine program. The role requires a certified sommelier with 5-7 years of luxury hotel experience to curate wine lists, manage inventory, train staff, and host wine events.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, curate, and maintain an exceptional wine list reflecting global trends and the hotel's culinary vision
- Conduct regular reviews of wine inventory to ensure diversity, quality, and profitability
- Build and maintain strong relationships with wine suppliers, distributors, and vineyards
- Provide personalized wine recommendations to guests and lead tableside wine service
- Collaborate with Executive Chef and F&B leadership to create wine pairings for menus and events
- Oversee wine purchasing, receiving, storage, and cellar organization
- Monitor stock levels, conduct monthly inventories, and manage cost controls
- Train and mentor restaurant and bar teams on wine knowledge and service standards
- Design and host wine dinners, tastings, and exclusive guest experiences
Requirements
- Certified Sommelier (WSET Level 3 or higher, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 7 years of sommelier experience in luxury hotels or fine dining establishments
- Extensive knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, vintages, and food pairing principles
- Strong leadership, communication, and guest engagement skills
- Proven ability to manage inventory, budgets, and supplier relationships
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Overview
- Leads the hotel’s wine program with expertise, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
- Oversees all aspects of wine service across the hotel’s restaurants, bars, lounges, and banquet operations.
- The ideal candidate is a refined professional with deep wine knowledge, exceptional guest facing skills, and the ability to curate a world class wine experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, curate, and maintain an exceptional wine list that reflects global trends, regional specialties, and the hotel’s culinary vision.
- Conduct regular reviews of wine inventory to ensure diversity, quality, and profitability.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with wine suppliers, distributors, and vineyards.
- Provide personalized wine recommendations to guests, ensuring memorable dining experiences.
- Lead tableside wine service with precision, elegance, and confidence.
- Collaborate closely with Executive Chef and F&B leadership to create wine pairings for menus, tasting events, and seasonal offerings.
- Oversee all wine purchasing, receiving, storage, and cellar organization.
- Monitor stock levels, conduct monthly inventories, and manage cost controls to achieve financial targets.
- Ensure proper storage conditions and rotation to maintain wine quality.
- Train and mentor restaurant and bar teams on wine knowledge, service standards, and pairing techniques.
- Conduct regular tastings, workshops, and certification support for staff.
- Design and host wine dinners, tastings, and exclusive guest experiences.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Certified Sommelier (WSET Level 3 or higher, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent).
- Minimum 5–7 years of sommelier experience in luxury hotels or fine dining establishments.
- Extensive knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, vintages, and food pairing principles.
- Strong leadership, communication, and guest engagement skills.
- Proven ability to manage inventory, budgets, and supplier relationships.
- Professional appearance, refined demeanor, and commitment to five star service standards.
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