Sommelier

Auberge du Soleil • Rutherford, CA

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About The Position

The Sommelier cultivates a distinctive wine list and pairs guests with food and carefully selected wines. The role represents the wine program at a high standard, supporting guest satisfaction, sales, profitability, and excellence in wine service. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in a comparable fine dining environment.
• Knowledge of wine, cocktail, and beer menus and the ability to serve them accordingly.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in developing and implementing the strategic plan and vision for the wine program.
• Provide leadership and direction in executing and measuring guest service standards within wine and beverage operations to support continued growth and profitability.
• Maintain the integrity of the wine program through frequent quality checks of wines served by the glass.
• Maintain complete knowledge of wine and champagne characteristics and descriptions, glassware and drink garnishes, and bar menu items, including preparation methods and times, portion sizes, presentation, and prices.
• Assist in training staff on beverage knowledge and systems related to wine.
• Attend wine and beverage tastings and seminars when available for continuing education and program and personal development.

What This Job Offers

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