Five Hotels and Resorts hiring Sommelier at Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key Responsibilities

• Assist customers with their choice of wine or drink and take the appropriate orders.
• Ensure that the proper mise-en-place is prepared for each meal service.
• Organize, supervise and assist with the service of beverages.
• Ensure correct handling, use, storage and cleaning of all liquor service equipment.
• Ensure that a tight control is kept on all stock used, all checks are raised and processed correctly and are either paid or charged to account.
• Develop and maintain all wine-related staff training programs.
• Liaise and coordinate with wine purveyors for wine updates, training and promotions.
• Attend daily F&B meetings and monthly staff meetings to discuss wine updates.
• Hold one-to-one sommelier meetings to establish and monitor targets and achievements.
• Work with Culinary team to devise harmonious food & wine pairings for menu updates.
• Develop budget plan and record, monitor and present a clear Sales Mix Record.
• Maintain updated Wine List while liaising with Restaurant manager and Director of F&B.
• Work on special projects to strengthen the Hotel’s position as a market leader in wine.
• Responsible for roster and attendance records for the sommelier team.
• Ensure that all sommeliers are aware of and comply with Licensing Laws.
• Regularly inspect quality of opened wine in all F&B Outlets.
• Manage restaurant operations in the absence of Restaurant Managers.
• Be knowledgeable of hotel information to be able to answer any guest queries

What We’re Looking For

• A hands-on approach with a ‘can-do’ spirit
• Italian nationality is preferred​
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Luxury Hotel and WSET Certificate is an asset
• Computer literacy a must, with a strong knowledge of Word, Excel, & Outlook.
• Experienced in all aspects of restaurant service and management
• Deep wine and food knowledge and expertise
• Must be highly organized and energetic and possess the ability to get the job done.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Dynamic, energetic, creative and thrives under pressure.
• The ability to manage and drive a highly dynamic operation
• A continually creative and innovative personality 

Rewards At Work! Benefits For Life!

• Live the exciting FIVE Life
• Attractive incentive opportunities
• Rapid career advancement