Sommelier

MINA Group • Estero, FL

2d

About The Position

Acqua Bistecca is a restaurant where wood-fired steaks and pristine local seafood take center stage, all through the lens of refined Italian influence. The menu reflects a balance of land and sea—’ACQUA’ and ‘BISTECCA’—celebrating the bounty of the Gulf and the warmth of the grill. From stone crab claws with house-made mustard to delicately charred steak brushed in red Lambrusco butter, each dish is rooted in tradition yet reimagined with elevated, modern touches. About the Role: The Sommelier at Acqua Bistecca is a passionate and professional beverage expert who leads our wine program while educating and inspiring guests and mentoring the service team. You’ll manage inventory, make expert wine recommendations, and elevate the dining experience with your deep knowledge and attention to detail. This role requires teamwork, adaptability under pressure, and a commitment to staff development in a high-volume fine dining environment. What we offer: Competitive pay and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees Pre-tax commuter benefits Delicious daily family meal Up to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurants Flexible schedules Fun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphere Career advancement opportunities and progressive development plans Our Ideal candidate is: A motivated beverage professional who is organized, passionate, and professional. You will be a leading part of our beverage team with a passion for educating and enthralling your guests and motivating and mentoring the service team. You have amazing attention to detail and an expansive knowledge of wine. You work well as part of a team, work well under pressure, and have experience in inventory management. You have a strong desire to learn and take a leading role in staff education and development.

Requirements

• 3-4 years’ experience in a fine dining or casual fine dining high volume restaurant, with at least 3 years dining room experience
• Exceptional communication skills
• Expansive food and wine knowledge with a CMS Level 1 certification or another service-based certification
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent basic math skills and ability to operate a service POS
• Intellectual curiosity and motivation to progress in a fine dining environment
• Knowledge of state and local regulations around serving and selling alcohol
• Ability to work clean, organized, and as part of a team
• Ability to move and lift 40 pounds at a time
• At least 21 years of age
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory
• Make expert wine recommendations
• Elevate the dining experience

Benefits

• Competitive pay and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Delicious daily family meal
• Up to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurants
• Flexible schedules
• Fun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphere
• Career advancement opportunities and progressive development plans

What This Job Offers

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