Halls Chophouse Sommelier/ Manager

Halls Chophouse Greenville • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Halls Chophouse is seeking a passionate, hospitality-minded Sommelier to join our team. This is a life-changing opportunity to elevate your career. We believe the experiences shared through a meal and a bottle of wine can linger with guests for a lifetime. As the Sommelier for Halls Chophouse, you will educate and empower our guests to navigate our wine list. Each region, varietal and vineyard will come alive through your knowledge and passion for wine.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience as Sommelier in high volume restaurant or steakhouse
• Strong interpersonal and sales skills
• Must have valid South Carolina State Approved Alcohol Server Training Certificate.
• Previous experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward or Hospitality role
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Adherence to alcohol handling laws and regulations
• Interest in continuing education
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Proven, extensive knowledge of wine, beer and spirits is a must.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in the Court of Master Sommeliers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Educate and empower guests to navigate the wine list.
• Explain wine regions, varietals, and vineyards, including the influence of soil and climate on flavor profiles.
• Provide hospitality to guests, making them feel at home with the restaurant and its wines.
• Manage the wine program, including upkeep of product, inventory, purchasing, and budgeting.
• Share knowledge of spirits, beer, and cocktails, including differences in whiskey and bourbon, and origins/ingredients of classic cocktails.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision available to all managers day 1 of employment.
• Company pays up to 70% of your medical premium dependent on the plan you choose.
• Legal and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid Time Off (1 week after 6 months, 2 weeks after 1 year).
• 50% dining discount throughout the Hall Management Group of restaurants
• Flexible Spending Account or Heath Spending Account depending on the plan you choose.
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with a 4% company match after 6 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed