Sommelier - Six Senses Rome

As Sommelier, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness. 

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities 

As Sommelier, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation in the following:

• Ensure that all set policies, procedures, best practices are in place and rigorously enforced.
• Support the Restaurant and Bar manager and focus on the rejuvenation of the beverage experience. The wine lists and retail will be constantly assessed to remain relevant and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Work in partnership with Guest Services, Reservations, and Front Office to ensure guest’s needs are determined /met.
• Have a full knowledge of menus and specials of all outlets and a good knowledge of the wine list and be able to recommend wine in absence of sommelier. I will have a thorough knowledge of all facilities and services offered by the hotel.
• Purchasing practices will meet the requirements of the Six Senses sustainability platform, while stocktakes and storage assessment will be undertaken at the required times to ensure all stock is on hand, properly stored and in line with Six Senses standards.
• For the efficiency of the beverage operation, particularly the wine service, in our retail and restaurant (or any other F&B venues) in oprder to provide exceptional products and services within brand operating standards.
• Interaction and communications between department/s under my control and other departments within the hotel are clear and effectively maintained to support the smooth running of the hotel. I will perform any additional duties given to me by the Restaurant and Bar manager and/or Director of Food & Beverage.
• benchmarks are maintained and exceeded.  
• Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments. 

Qualifications

To execute the position of Sommelier, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following::

-High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2-4 years’ bartender experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred.

-Experience in cocktail-making, beverage service and garnishing with excellent knowledge of wines, spirits and mixed drinks.

-Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred. 

-Fluent in Italian and English

-Eligible to work in Italy (Only EU work permit)

-Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency. 

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Sommelier at Six Senses Rome It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses Rome is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.