Sommelier Wanted

Jan. 10, 2023 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain - By The Ritz-Carlton, Abama

We are hiring a Sommelier to join the team.

Position Other
Languages required English
Venue type Restaurant, Hotel, Bar
Working hours Full Time
Contract type Indefiinite
POSITION SUMMARY

- Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles.
- Answer guest questions or concerns regarding the origin, vintage, and style of various wines.
- Update and maintain wine list and MICROS system.
- Pair and suggest wines that will best complement menu items.
- Attend wine tastings and develop relationships with vendors.
- Request new wines and products.
- Create and update wine lists.
- Design and implement wine promotions and incentive programs.
- Monitor and replenish inventory of wine cellar, equipment, and glassware.
- Train and educate server and bartender staff.
- Conduct vintage and BIN number checks.
- Conduct staff wine tastings.
- Secure liquors, beers, wines, coolers, cabinets, and storage areas.
- Follow all state and local laws for serving alcohol responsibly. Maintain accurate spill sheet.

- Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
- Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
- Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
- Speak with others using clear and professional language.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
- Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
- Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
- Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.
- Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces.
- Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps.
- Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
- Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
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