Wine Sommelier Fine Dining

Responsibilities: - Wine Selection & Development: Curate, maintain, and update the wine list to complement the restaurant’s menu, guest preferences, and business objectives. - Wine Pairing Expertise: Recommend and promote wine pairings that enhance the flavors of Indian cuisine and elevate the guest dining experience. - Wine Service: Provide professional wine service, including presentation, decanting, serving at the correct temperature, and ensuring proper glassware usage. - Inventory Management: Monitor wine inventory, conduct stock counts, place orders with suppliers, and ensure proper storage and cellar conditions. - Supplier Relations: Maintain strong relationships with wine suppliers and stay informed about new products, vintages, and industry trends. - Staff Training: Conduct wine knowledge and service training sessions for front-of-house staff to improve product awareness and upselling capabilities. - Guest Experience: Engage with guests to provide personalized recommendations, educate them on wine varieties, and ensure high-quality service. - Sales & Revenue Growth: Promote premium wines, support events, and recommend strategies to improve profitability. Requirements: - Formal sommelier certification (WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent) preferred. - Minimum 3–5 years of experience in fine dining hospitality, with at least 2 years in a sommelier or wine-focused role. - Strong knowledge of wine regions, grape varietals, vintages, wine service standards, and food pairing principles. - Understanding of wine pairings with Indian cuisine is highly desirable. - Excellent communication, presentation, and guest engagement skills. - Strong organizational and inventory management abilities. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced fine dining environment. - Passion for wine, hospitality, and continuous learning.