Senior Sommelier
On-siteMdina, Eastern Cape, South Africa or Imdina, L-Imdina, Republic of Malta
Mdina, Eastern Cape, South Africa or Imdina, L-Imdina, Republic of MaltaOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelHospitalityEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelEnterpriseHospitality
Job Summary
Delight guests by selecting the best wine to complete their meal experiences while driving beverage revenue through strategic recommendations and upselling. Develop and mentor Sommeliers and front-of-house colleagues, sharing your knowledge through informative training sessions. Create and update the wine list in coordination with the F&B Manager and ensure all beverages are stored securely. As a thorough professional adept at new wine trends, you will ensure five-star service to patrons. Full-time role within the Michelin-recommended Xara Palace Family.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a Sommelier within a Michelin-starred or luxury fine dinning environment
- Valid Food Handler Licence in accordance with Maltese regulations (maintained at all times)
- Fluency in English is essential
- Full Time Job
Desired Qualifications
- Formal wine certification (e.g., WSET Level 3+, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent) is preferred
- Previous experience supervising or mentoring Sommeliers or front-of-house teams
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to maximise beverage revenue
- Additional languages
- You have a natural flair for service and delivering a strong service culture, with the ability to motivate and develop others
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