Sommelier

Alterra•Stratton, VT

8d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Sommelier at the Stratton Mountain Club provides leadership and wine expertise to support the financial success and service quality of food and beverage operations, with a focus on the wine program. The role oversees the wine program across all club outlets and reports to the SMC Food & Beverage Manager. This is a full-time seasonal position with a starting wage of $20.00–$22.00 per hour plus commission.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working closely with wine, building a wine program, and/or selling wine.
Experience as a leader, with an emphasis on coaching and training.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated, resourceful, organized, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, outgoing, and reliable.
Creative problem-solving skills.
A proven ability to create and maintain a courteous, friendly, and professional team environment.
Forward-thinking, with a willingness to adapt, learn, and take on new responsibilities.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office and food and beverage systems experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and train staff on the wine program.
Provide tableside wine service and sell wine in all food and beverage outlets.
Track inventory and update the circulating wine list as needed.
Collaborate with the Food & Beverage Manager on ways to reduce current wine cellar inventory.
Communicate with and build rapport with returning high-end clientele.
Train front-of-house staff in wine service and selling.
Help provide a positive work environment for Stratton employees.
Work with the Executive Chef to uphold Stratton standards for food quality.
Participate in weekly Stratton Mountain Club meetings to support accurate forecasting.
Work with the Food & Beverage Manager and Executive Chef to identify opportunities for future growth and development.
Work with beverage vendors to maintain high-end inventory in wine rooms.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Alterra Mountain Company employee pass with free lift access and discounts at Alterra resorts.
Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes.
Free or discounted IKON pass.
Discounted golf and fitness center memberships.
Employee childcare rates and discounted seasonal programs.
Retail and food and beverage discounts.
Friends and family tickets.
Onsite medical clinic.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; Employee Assistance Program; Health Savings Accounts; and Flexible Spending Accounts.
401(k) plan with company match.
Discounted tuition plan.
Paid parental leave.
Paid sick time, flexible time off, and vacation.
Additional perks and benefits for year-round employees.