Marisella Sommelier

MAPLE HOSPITALITY GROUP•Santa Barbara, CA

5d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations. We believe success hinges on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, and Miami, you'll find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education. Our culture is built on four core principles: Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations. Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise. Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey. Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.

Requirements

Possesses an extensive knowledge of wine and be able to pair wines with items on the menu
Must be able to present themselves professionally and confidently
Naturally able to educate your guests and exhibit a level of expertise without being a salesperson
Have a sensitive palette and extraordinary sense of smell
Quick to react to complaints and unusual service situations, always putting guests’ needs first
Team oriented – must be willing to support service captains on the floor

Responsibilities

Be a presence on the floor, increase wine sales and wine service standards
Work nightly service
Responsible for section of dining room
Touching all tables in section
Running bottles to entire restaurant
Opening bottles in assigned section
Guest first mentality which means whoever has time to open the bottle, MUST open the bottle regardless of who sold it
Assist Wine Director/Head Sommelier with all administrative duties
Manage the daily activities necessary for maintenance and promotion of the restaurant’s wine collection
Weekly inventory
Receive wine on Tuesdays and Fridays
Team will alternate coming in at 9am on shipment days
Monitor the conditions of the wine cellar, ensuring optimal storage and organization
Recommend and serve wine to guests according to their tastes and preferences
Work independently and with a team inside established procedures associated with Maple and Ash
Advise guests according to their personal needs (related to their taste, the food and wine pairing, the occasion or the budget)
Time management will be shared between working nightly service on the floor as a key member of the front of house team and the management of your wine list
Lead staff training on wine and other beverages by conducting tastings at pre-shift or teaching a class (will set up bi-monthly wine classes for staff