Company: Ocean Hotels Barbados
JOB SUMMARY
The Sommelier is responsible for assisting with wine and food pairings for the menu and overseeing the serving of wines to our guests
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintaining an updated list of wines that complement our food selections
- Maintain adequate par level of wines in each outlet and in stores
- Collaborating with chefs and the Group Food & Beverage Director and Food and Beverage manager when making selections
- Creating food and wine pairings for each of our seasonal menus
- Recommending wines to patrons based on personal taste, and food selection
- Overseeing the serving and storage of wine and training the waitstaff on the wine selection
- Making sure wines are served in the correct glassware and at the proper temperature
- Ensure enough glassware is available in every outlet
- Making sure all guests served wine are of proper age
- Following all safety and health regulations
- Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
- Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events
REQUIREMENTS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- A minimum of two years experience in a restaurant as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role
- Certification as a sommelier
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or a related field
- Extensive knowledge of Wines and their Region
- An understanding of the wine making process
- Experience in Sales
- Excellent Communication Skills and presentation skills
- Great Customer Service Skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to multitask
- Bilingual in English and French, Italian, or Spanish would be an asset