Sommelier/Server - Wineaux - Reserve

J W Marriott•Las Vegas, NV

4h•$0 - $12

About The Position

The Sommelier/Server delivers welcoming hospitality and knowledgeable food and beverage service in a wine bar environment. The role requires complete knowledge of the wine and beverage list and food offerings, providing food and wine pairing suggestions, and executing wine and beverage service in an unpretentious, efficient, and professional manner. The position calls for a strong passion for hospitality, food, and beverage, a guest-focused approach, teamwork, and anticipation of guest needs. The associate is expected to follow company, safety, and department policies and procedures and build brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values. The Sommelier/Server provides warm, approachable service; guides guests through wine selections; performs proper wine service; takes and communicates orders; serves food and beverages; and supports accurate, efficient operations using the Micros POS system where applicable. The role also includes maintaining service stations and supplies, verifying order accuracy and presentation, following alcohol-service laws, and completing assigned side work. Work takes place in a property environment and other locations throughout the property. Conditions may vary in noise, temperature, illumination, and air quality. Noise is usually moderate and may be loud on the casino floor; smoking is permitted in casino areas consistent with Nevada regulations. Physical demands include prolonged standing and walking, bending and reaching, and transporting, pushing, pulling, or maneuvering items up to 50 pounds and lifting items up to 35 pounds. The position involves working safely with cleaning chemicals and operating standard office and POS equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of hospitality server experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid Clark County Health Card.
Valid Las Vegas Alcohol Awareness Card (TAM Card).
Provide warm, knowledgeable, approachable service in a fast-paced wine bar environment.
Demonstrate foundational wine knowledge, including grapes, regions, styles, and basic wine structure.
Maintain strong floor-service skills, including order flow, pacing, POS use, and teamwork.
Upsell responsibly through thoughtful recommendations, including by-the-glass selections, bottles, and pairings.
Communicate clearly and effectively with guests and coworkers and interact professionally with management, applicants, associates, and guests.
Stand and maintain mobility for prolonged periods, including standing and/or walking for five hours or more; perform frequent bending and reaching.
Transport, push, pull, and maneuver items up to 50 pounds and lift items up to 35 pounds.
Maintain strong hand-eye coordination and perform basic math calculations.
Distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols accurately; read, understand, and comply with policies, procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, and chemical safety labels (MSDS).
Work safely with and around cleaning chemicals.
Operate standard office and POS equipment, including the Micros System.

Nice To Haves

WSET/Sommelier Level 1 preferred.
Curiosity, professionalism, and a desire to continue learning about wine.

Responsibilities

Provide welcoming, attentive, professional, and guest-focused service throughout the dining experience.
Maintain knowledge of the wine and beverage list, food offerings, ingredients, preparation, and availability; answer guest questions and offer food and wine pairing suggestions.
Guide guests through wine selections using clear, guest-friendly descriptions and adapt recommendations to their preferences, experience, and occasion.
Execute proper wine service, including opening and pouring wine and attending to glassware, temperature, and storage.
Take food and beverage orders accurately and communicate guest requests clearly to relevant departments.
Serve food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company service standards, presentation guidelines, and quality expectations.
Enter orders into the Micros POS system when applicable and present checks for payment.
Verify food and beverage orders for accuracy, quality, and presentation before serving.
Request and verify proper identification when there is doubt about a guest’s legal age before serving alcohol; comply with alcohol service laws and company standards.
Organize, clean, and maintain beverage stations, side stations, storage areas, equipment, and supplies.
Complete required side work and restock supplies throughout the shift to support efficient service.
Support inventory awareness, cleanliness, and the overall presentation of the wine bar.
Follow supervisor and management instructions, seek clarification as needed, and carry out reasonable additional duties within the scope of the role.
Foster teamwork, anticipate guest needs, and build brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values.