Sommelier
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Description
Experienced Sommelier Wanted -Stellenbosch
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A prestigious fine-dining restaurant is looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Sommelier to enhance our guests'' dining experience by expertly pairing wines with our menu. If you have a deep love for wine and exceptional guest service skills, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Train restaurant staff on wine knowledge and service
- Ensure correct presentation and temperature of all drinks
- Keep the wine list updated and relevant
- Place orders for wines and beverages
- Meet with suppliers to source exciting new wines
- Maintain stock levels and ensure proper storage conditions
- Conduct temperature checks and maintain wine service area
- Ensure all equipment, including decanters, is clean and in good repair
- Minimize loss through breakage, waste, theft, or incorrect orders
- Perform monthly stock-takes of beverages
- Uphold the highest standards of guest satisfaction
- Adhere to the Liquor Act and all related regulations
- Grade 12 with a Cape Wine Academy Certificate or WSET Level 2 (minimum)
- 2-3 years of experience as a Sommelier or Wine Tutor
- Strong knowledge of grape varieties, wine regions, harvest times, climates, and the winemaking process
- Experience in wine listing and ordering
- Passion for wine and hospitality
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong customer service focus
- Ability to engage with distinguished clientele professionally
- Well-presented, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented
- Flexible and accountable
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1408584
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned