Head Sommelier (Sommelier and Chef Jobs: Restaurants)

  Gather Restaurant (http://www.gatherkelowna.com)

  Kelowna, British Columbia

We are looking for a sommelier to oversee our wine menu and offer recommendations on the best pairings. The responsibilities of sommeliers include supervising wine serving and providing wine recommendations to guests.

To be successful as a sommelier, you should demonstrate a friendly 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, 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.
• 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.

 

Wages are $18/hour plus tips and 2% of wine sales.

How To Apply

Luigi Coccaro
2508646110

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