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About the Role
Seeking a dedicated Wine Sommelier to join the team at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island. Responsible for wine stock management, providing knowledgeable wine service, assisting the Restaurant Manager, and supporting beverage operations.
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Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery, organization, and management of wine stock, ensuring inventory levels are maintained and recorded accurately
- Support the Restaurant Manager in monitoring stock rotation and safe storage of wines
- Assist in monthly stock takes and help with ordering when necessary
- Provide attentive and professional wine service to guests, including recommendations, pouring, and explaining wine selections
- Work closely with the service team to ensure wine is served at correct temperature and in appropriate glassware
- Maintain a clean and organized wine service area, including polishing glassware and restocking wine stations
- Assist the Restaurant Manager with any requests, including preparing wine for service, setting up for wine tastings, and participating in staff training sessions
- Stay informed about the wine list, including new additions and seasonal changes, to provide accurate information to guests
- Support the Restaurant Manager in delivering wine pairings and special wine events
Requirements
- 4 year bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of related work experience or 2 years work experience in a lower position
- Sufficient level of English to communicate effectively with guests and employees
- Requires sufficient theoretical and practical background and attendance in courses and seminars in the related field
- Computer Literacy: MS Office applications
- Good command of systems/legislation in the related field
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Job Description
- We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Wine Sommelier to join our team.
- As a Wine Sommelier, you will play a key role in ensuring that our guests enjoy an exceptional dining experience, with a particular focus on delivering high quality wine service.
- You will assist Restaurant Manager in managing the wine stock, providing knowledgeable and attentive service, and supporting the overall beverage operations of the restaurant.
Key Responsibilities
- Wine Stock Management: Assist in the delivery, organization, and management of wine stock, ensuring that inventory levels are maintained and recorded accurately.
- Support the Restaurant Manager in monitoring stock rotation and the safe storage of wines.
- Assist in monthly stock takes and help with ordering when necessary.
- Restaurant Service: Provide attentive and professional wine service to guests, including recommendations, pouring, and explaining wine selections.
- Work closely with the service team to ensure that wine is served at the correct temperature and in appropriate glassware.
- Maintain a clean and organized wine service area, including polishing glassware and restocking wine stations.
- Assisting The Sommelier: Assist the Restaurant Manager with any requests, including preparing wine for service, setting up for wine tastings, and participating in staff training sessions.
- Stay informed about the wine list, including new additions and seasonal changes, to provide accurate information to guests.
- Support the Restaurant Manager in delivering wine pairings and special wine events.
Qualifications
- Education/Experience: 4 year bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of related work experience or 2 years work experience in a lower position and experience with applying the main principles and/or different methods.
- Foreign Language: Sufficient level of English to communicate effectively with guests and employees.
- Courses and Training: Requires sufficient theoretical and practical background and attendance in courses and seminars in the related field.
- Computer Literacy: MS Office applications.
- Skills: Good command of systems/legislation in the related field. Expected to offer consulting to other employees when needed. Some roles require practical knowledge of systems/programmes/software in the related field. Responsible for carrying out and coordinating complex activities in different fie
Your Team And Working Environment
- Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is a unique resort; where exclusivity and luxury define every experience, every time.
- Our luxurious family getaway is located on the pristine beach of Saadiyat Island with its clear blue waters and fine white sands overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
- At Accor, we are Heartists!
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