Share Email Opening Title Sommelier  Description To provide dining patrons with the best in complementary beverages and wine pairings with the cuisine, ambience and service, all to the end result of elevating the overall dining experience. Essential Functions:   Knowledgeable: As an educator and sales person, the sommelier must have an extensive knowledge of wine and all beverages (sake, beer, spirits, water, tea, etc.) Communication: Needs to be able to communicate with the staff, management, suppliers and the clientele. The sommelier needs to be quick to react to customer’s complaints and unusual service situations. Approachable: They should be approachable and able to share their knowledge with the staff and guests in a confident and professional manner Sales oriented: They must be able to recommend wines to patrons and improve profits in order to meet financial targets Financials: Maintain a profitable beverage cost as well as manage inventory controls and bottom line. Oversees all purchases and cost management. Solid understanding of pricing, budgets and cost controls. Operation and programming knowledge or POS system. Additional Duties and Responsibilities:   Highly-skilled and talented professional with luxury resort and fine dining experience Possesses in-depth knowledge and have a great understanding of wine Able to consult with chefs to decide the best pairing of wines and dishes Good communication skills and working rapport between BOH and FOH teams Also knowledgeable of an extension of all beverages; sake, water, tea, spirits/cocktails, beer, soft drinks Responsible for ordering, receiving, inventory, organizing and selling wine for all departments throughout  the Resort Able to advise the patrons according to their personal needs i.e. it can be related to their taste, the food and wine pairing, the occasion or the budget Has the responsibility to work within the taste preference and budget parameters of the patron Additional responsibilities also consist of selecting wines, creating drink lists and managing stock/inventory Building and maintaining a wine list fitting the establishment  they for: right price, products, presentations, easy to use In charge for training on wine and other beverages by conducting tastings with staff and other key personnel Including training on proper service techniques for glassware, pour levels, decanting, storage, beverage pairings and the ability to understand guests preferences Develop a training program for all staff to improve their knowledge of wine tasting and wine service Ensures that all wine is served in proper glassware and in proper condition; proper cleaning and drying, sanitization, etc. Maintain all beverage lists to be accurate, up to date and free of errors Has to have knowledge of how wine is supposed to taste, using their expertise and education about  grape varieties or regions along with harvest times, climates, soils and the overall winemaking processes Must have knowledge of viticulture as well as vinification and able to explain in detail processes, growing methods, growing conditions, etc. for each bottle of wine on list Ability to determine wine faults and maintain proper temperatures in order to showcase products at their maximum potential May also require some travelling that will broaden and deepen their understanding of winemaking processes and able to have intelligent conversation with the patrons about the winemaker or the vineyard Keep up to date with the wine trends, they are also expected to attend regularly attend formal wine tastings, trade fairs and shows   Expectations:   The Sommeliers’ time will be shared between the actual work on the floor as a key member of the front of house team and the management of the wine list. The morning will usually be dedicated to the wine list, stock management and looking after the deliveries. In the afternoon, this is where they will have the time to meet with suppliers as well as go to tastings – searching for the next wines to be included in the list, with consideration to profit, inventory management and beverage costs. The evening responsibilities would be split between their shift in the restaurant and the orders for the following day.       Position Requirements Education/Training Requirements:   High School Diploma or General Education Diploma required.   College degree in Travel Industry Management or similar field preferred.   Sommelier Certification from recognizable organization required.   Experience/Skill Requirements:   Minimum two (2) years restaurant and/or hotel food and beverage experience required, with particular emphasis on wine & beverage field.   Previous management experience required.   Experience in a first-class, luxury restaurant and hotel required.   Licenses/Certifications:   Certification of tuberculosis clearance required.   CPR and Standard First Aid Certification preferred.   Hawaii State Liquor Commission Management Card (blue) required.   Sommelier Certification from a recognizable organization required.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift Various Shifts   Position Sommelier/Beverage Manager   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Req Number FOO-16-00004   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://KahalaHotelandResort.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Assistant Restaurant Manager in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 4/17/2024 [Apply Now] Restaurant Manager in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 3/20/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Restaurant Manager in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 3/20/2024 [Apply Now] Assistant Restaurant Manager in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 4/17/2024 [Apply Now] Assistant Director of Finance in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 9/15/2023 [Apply Now] Storekeeper (On-Call) in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 1/12/2024 [Apply Now] Assistant Pastry Cook in Honolulu, HI Posted on: 10/4/2023 [Apply Now]

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