High end Restaurant in Hyde Park is looking for a Sommelier. This position requires a charismatic guest orientated person with great attention to detail and passion for wine, to manage and control the wine selection, storage, sales and training.
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Training of other restaurant staff.
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Pairing of food and wine with set menus, a la carte and special events.
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Conduct wine tasting for lodge guests and VIPs.
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Follow trends in the beverage industry and align the offering of beverages through trends.
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Ensure the presentation and temperature of all drinks are correct.
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Updating the winelist as necessary.
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Placing orders for all wines and other beverages.
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Meet with suppliers and find new and exciting wines to add to our portfolio.
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Ensure that the wine service area is set up and ready for service.
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Ensure that there is enough stock and equipment.
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Ensure all equipment is in working order & report if not.
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Conduct temperature checks.
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Ensure a minimum loss through breakage, waste, theft and incorrect orders.
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Monthly stocktake of beverages and managing a healthy beverage cost.
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Promote guest satisfaction.
Requirements:
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Certificate from Cape Wine Academy/WSET Level 2.
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At least 2 - 3 years Sommelier experience
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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
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Passionate about wine and the hospitality industry.
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Excellent interpersonal- & communication skills.
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Strong customer service orientation.
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Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with all departments.
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Comfortable in dealing with very distinguished clientele.
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Must be well-presented & enthusiastic.
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Flexibility and Accountability.
