Gourmet Wine Director
5 days ago
Join Our Team: Crew Life at Sea is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sommelier to join our crew. As a Sommelier, you will be responsible for leading our wine program, developing and maintaining a comprehensive wine list, and providing exceptional service to our guests.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a wine list that showcases a wide range of wines from around the world
- Souce high-quality wines from reputable suppliers, negotiating prices and terms as needed
- Provide expert guidance on wine selection and pairing to our culinary team and guests
- Lead wine tastings and educational sessions, sharing knowledge and passion with our guests
- Collaborate with our culinary team to create innovative wine pairing menus
- Oversee inventory management and ensure wines are stored and handled correctly
- Build and maintain strong relationships with wine vendors and suppliers
- Monitor and control costs related to the wine program, ensuring efficiency and profitability
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments, applying knowledge to enhance our wine program
- Ensure compliance with all safety and sanitation regulations
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sommelier in a high-end restaurant or luxury cruise ship
- Extensive knowledge of wine regions, varietals, and food and wine pairings
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to train and supervise staff
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with ability to manage complex wine programs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances
- Certification from a recognized sommelier program is preferred
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
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