Sommelier

5* Safari Lodge – Kruger National Park

Requirements:

Diploma in Hospitality, F&B or similar
Certificate in Wine/ WSET Level 3/ CWA South African Wine Course/ Equivalent (Essential)
3-5 years’ experience working in a 5star service environment (Essential)
Sound Wine knowledge (Essential)- a Strong passion for Wine!
Excellent Computer Literacy- MS Office, email and MS Project (beneficial)
Excellent knowledge on current food and wine trends (pairings)
Stock management and counts (attention to detail required)
Conduct regular wine tastings
Driver’s license
Ability to work flexible hours

Description:

Attend menu-briefings with chefs and other service staff before every meal
Train and share information with all FOH staff to equip them with wine and beverage knowledge regularly and keep record of it.
Engaging guests in conversations about personal wine preferences, items on the food menu etc., resulting in wine recommendations, as opposed to mere order taking
Liaising with the Executive Chef with regards to menu items, in order to ensure the best possible wine pairing experience for guests and communicating suggestions to other relevant staff
Keep the wine cellar in immaculate appearance. Stocked, clean and orderly (and universally understandable for other staff members)
Oversee daily stock takes of bar and assist in managing beverages in the rooms
Assist with monthly stock takes and investigate discrepancies
Monitor temperatures and humidity of the wine cellar on a daily basis, to ensure ideal conditions for ageing and service
To keep abreast of wine industry innovations, trends, new suppliers and products

Package on offer:

Starting Date: URGENT

To Apply: melinda@hopsitalityandoutdoor.co.za

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