ASSISTANT SOMMELIER

SUMMARY:
A trendy fine-dining restaurant is on the hunt for a passionate and experienced ASSISTANT SOMMELIER

POSITION INFO:
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Training of other restaurant staff;
• Ensure presentation and temperature of all drinks are correct;
• Updating wine list as necessary;
• Placing order for all wines and other beverages;
• Meet with suppliers and find new and exciting wines to add to our portfolio;
• Ensure that wine service area is set up and ready for service;
• Ensure that there is enough stock and equipment;
• Ensure all equipment is in working order & report if not;
• Conduct temperature checks;
• Ensure all decanters are clean and in good repair;
• Ensure a minimum loss through breakage, waste, theft and incorrect orders;
• Monthly stock-take of beverages;
• Promote guest satisfaction;
• Adhere strictly to the provisions and regulations as contained in the Liquor Act (No. 59 of 2003) and other regulations as may be applicable to the sale of alcoholic beverages.

• Grade 12 and certificate from Cape Wine Academy or WSET level 1;
• Preferably 1-2 year wine tutor experience;
• In depth knowledge of wines - grape varieties and regions, harvest times, climates, soils and wine making process and being able to communicate and explain this to guests;
• Passionate about wine and the hospitality industry;
• Excellent interpersonal- & communication skills;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with all departments;
• Comfortable in dealing with very distinguished clientele;
• Must be well-presented & enthusiastic;