Sommelier Job at Gansevoort Hotel Group, New York, NY

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  • Gansevoort Hotel Group
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Gansevoort Hotel is looking for a sommelier to oversee our wine menu and recommend the best pairings. The responsibilities of sommeliers include supervising wine serving, collaborating with winemakers to upgrade selections, and providing wine recommendations to guests.

To be successful as a sommelier, you should demonstrate a friendly customer service-oriented personality, strong knowledge of food and wine pairings, and good interpersonal skills. Ultimately, a top-notch sommelier should have an understanding of the wine making process and ability to create exquisite food and wine pairings.

Sommelier Responsibilities:

  • Creating and updating wine lists with the chefs and manager.
  • Making recommendations on food and wine pairings.
  • Ensuring that the wine cellar is fully stocked.
  • Informing guests on the variety of wines available.
  • Training wait staff on available wines.
  • Negotiating prices with vendors.
  • Organizing wine tasting events.
  • Complying with health and safety regulations.

Sommelier Requirements:

  • Certification as a sommelier or a degree in hospitality is beneficial.
  • Previous experience as a sommelier, wine steward, or in a hospitality role.
  • Extensive knowledge on wines and regions of the different types.
  • Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries.
  • An understanding of the wine making process.
  • Available to work long hours, weekends, and late hours.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16-20 per hour + tips

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

  • Fine dining restaurant

Schedule:

  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Sommelier: 2 years (Required)

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Local area, Weekend work,

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