Sommelier

Compass Business Solutions, Inc. • Washington, DC

1d • $80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Sommelier of exceptional pedigree to steward one of the capital’s most prestigious wine programs. This role is designed for a true connoisseur—one who possesses the technical depth to manage an elite wine list featuring rare vintages, vertical collections, and blue-chip labels. You will serve as the primary liaison and guide between our world-class inventory and a highly sophisticated UHNW membership that expects nothing less than a perfect pour every time.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in private club, private UHNW facility, or elite fine dining environments required.
• Profound and expert knowledge of the world's most celebrated wine regions and collections required.
• Experience managing seven-figure wine collections required.
• Past experience and success navigating the social nuances of a UHNW environment with poise and complete discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Grand Award winning programs highly preferred
• CMS Advanced Sommelier or WSET Diploma highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee an extensive, high-valuation wine collection
• Provide bespoke tableside guidance for a membership group with highly educated palates.
• Continuously evolve a wine list that balances iconic global estates with exclusive, small-production allocations that cannot be found elsewhere.
• Leverage deep industry relationships and global networks to secure rare allocations and off-list products, ensuring the club maintains a competitive advantage of Its wine offerings.
• Maintain absolute precision in cellar conditions, organization, and inventory controls, ensuring that high-valuation assets are preserved and accounted for with the highest level of care.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to design intricate pairing menus that challenge and delight the most discerning palates.
• Serve as a mentor to the service team, fostering a culture of excellence through sophisticated training and tasting sessions.

What This Job Offers

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