Head Sommelier
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Job Title:  Head Sommelier

Direct Supervisor:  Beverage Director, Kimberly Cavoores

Direct Reports:

Status: Non-exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Café Zaffri, in the soon-to-be-open Hotel Twenty Two, is looking for a dedicated, detail & guest-oriented, curious, proactive, and organized team player. Café Zaffri is a part of Elizabeth Street Hospitality (Raf's & Musket Room). The Head sommelier will support the wine & beverage service on the floor, will be involved in the cellar management, inventory management and ordering. The sommelier will also participate in tastings, seminars and staff training.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in hospitality – preferably fine dining restaurant, a solid understanding of the basics of the wine, spirits and beverage world.

Benefits

Company to cover 50% of Health, Dental, Vision benefits. 401K, Dining Discount, Paid Time Off.

Base Salary

Hourly rate $16-18 an hour + tips.

Admin day: Hourly admin rate

Duties and Responsibilities

Details of the Role:Ability to lift 40+ lbs; ~40-50 hours per week

Position Overview 

The head sommelier will support the wine and beverage service on the floor and be involved in cellar management. The sommelier will also participate in tastings, seminars, and staff training.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in hospitality, preferably in a fine–dining restaurant, and a solid understanding of the basics of the wine, spirits, and beverage world.

Benefits

Access to Company Health, Dental, Vision benefits. 401K, Dining Discount, Paid Time Off

Base Salary

Hourly rate dependent on experience & role + tips.

Admin day: Hourly admin rate

Duties and Responsibilities 

Details of the Role: Ability to lift 40+ lbs; ~40-50 hours per week

Responsibilities of the Role: 

In collaboration with the Beverage Director of TTT, responsible for the following:

• Manage the beverage program to align with Elizabeth Street Hospitality and The Twenty Two's philosophy, ensuring quality and consistency.

• Deliver staff training on the beverage program to enhance knowledge and service standards.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, equipment, cellars, and storerooms, following preventative maintenance protocols.

• Ensure compliance with regulations related to health, safety, and labor requirements and handle all required paperwork accurately.

• Monitor inventory and manage orders for beverages, maintaining budgeted levels and adjusting based on consumption and sales trends.

• Oversee and support the beverage team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and address any needs or issues.

• Receive, stock, and inventory wines, liquor, and beer 

• Determine and maintain pars for wine BTG and pairing selections 

• Collaborate with wine and culinary teams on wine pairing selections 

• Work the floor nightly and provide wine and beverage service along with any and all other service needs that arise

Qualifications  

• Minimum 4 years as a sommelier

• Fine dining experience preferred 

• Certified/Advanced Sommeliers through the Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent certification and/or corresponding knowledge/experience

• Demonstration of positive leadership characteristics which inspire team members to meet and exceed standards

• Passion for exceptional hospitality, food, and beverage

• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of POS micros, MS Excel, and MS Word.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Essential Functions and Physical Demands This job requires meeting specific physical demands to perform essential duties effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• See, hear, and speak 

• Lift and carry 50+ pounds 

• Walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time 

• Climb stairs 

• Safely navigate hazardous situations and conditions that produce cuts or minor burns

• Safely navigate exposure to hot and cold temperatures, such as when working near ovens or retrieving food from freezers, as well as contaminants and hazardous equipment

Other Required Skills

Strong Knowledge of Wine and Beverages

Experience in Managing a Beverage Program

Training and Mentoring Staff on Beverage Knowledge and Service

Maintaining Cleanliness and Organization in Work Areas and Storage Areas

Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Labor Regulations

Inventory Management and Ordering

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Physical Ability to Lift Up to 50 Lbs

Computer Skills Including Pos Systems, Ms Excel, and Ms Word

EEO Statement

Little Rest Hospitality and The Twenty Two are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment where all individuals have equal opportunities. We value talent, skills, and potential, and strive to create an atmosphere that promotes diversity and equality.

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM  

   

I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I can perform the essential functions as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have questions about job duties not specified in this description, I should discuss them with my direct supervisor. I further understand that future performance evaluations are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.    

  

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