Sommelier, Food & Beverage (FT)

Montage International•USA - UT - Montage Deer Valley, UT

About The Position

The Sommelier assists with beverage sales in outlets, lounges, and banquet functions, and teaches and mentors associates involved in selling alcoholic beverages. The role guides guests through the wine list with descriptions and recommendations suited to their preferences and menu selections, and makes wine service memorable through engaging conversations, insights, and stories. The Sommelier educates and supports team members through training on wine regions, grape varietals, flavor profiles, food pairings, and wine service standards. The role also maintains the wine cellar and its storage conditions, conducts inventory audits, monitors wine aging and rotation, and works with restaurant management on beverage costs and pricing. The Sommelier maintains wine and cocktail lists with bartenders and beverage managers, attends daily pre-shift meetings, and helps deliver exceptional guest experiences. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Basic communication skills.
Passion for spirits, wine, and food.
Personable and comfortable engaging with guests.
Openness to learning, developing, and growing, and helping others do the same.
Trustworthiness and integrity.
Ability to stand and remain mobile for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds for extended periods during a shift.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in food and beverage operations.
Prior experience with Micros or other systems.
Certificate of completion from the Guild of Sommeliers.
Luxury hotel experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in administering beverage sales in outlets, lounges, and banquet functions.
Teach and mentor bartenders, servers, and other associates involved in alcoholic beverage sales.
Guide guests through the wine list and provide descriptions and recommendations based on guest preferences and menu selections.
Engage guests in conversations about wine, answer questions, share insights, and tell stories about featured wines.
Educate associates about wine regions, grape varietals, flavor profiles, and food pairings through training sessions, tastings, and educational materials.
Train associates on wine service standards, including decanting, pouring, and presentation techniques.
Provide ongoing mentorship and support to develop team members’ wine knowledge and service skills.
Maintain wine cellar temperature, humidity, and storage conditions to preserve wine quality.
Conduct inventory audits, monitor wine aging, and track cellar rotation to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
Work with restaurant management to oversee beverage costs and pricing.
Maintain wine and cocktail lists with bartenders and beverage managers.
Attend daily pre-shift meetings.
Meet guest expectations and create memorable guest experiences.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.