Sommelier - LE B. : Job Details

We are currently seeking a Sommelier to join Chef/Proprietor Angie Mar's restaurant, Le B.

The ideal candidate must possess a genuine passion for food and beverage and, above all, a focus on providing an unparalleled guest experience.

Job requirement:

• Genuine interest in Hospitality; strong knowledge and appreciation for food and the culture of dining
• Selling, serving, and providing recommendations for wine pairings and other beverages to dining- guests
• Actively engage in all service tasks in addition to be responsible for wine sales
• Procuring wine, update wine- listings and support training to the rest of the staff
• Create and maintain rapport with both new and frequent dining guests
• Experience in cataloguing, organizing, and binning wine, inventory
• Ability to multitask; including but not limited to BTG pours, wine bottle inquiries, decanting, serving, and clearing tables, and assisting in all areas of service
• Strong beverage knowledge including (Understanding of wine styles, grape varietals and regions; spirits and classic cocktails; and beer styles)
• Wine certification such as WSET, CMS, or SWE is highly desirable

Required Qualifications:

• Exceptional leadership skills with 2-5 years' experience in fine-dining, Manhattan restaurants
• Excellent knowledge of French wines, wine service and wine pairings
• Excellent knowledge of all aspects of dining room service
• Excellent knowledge of food, food seasonality and cooking techniques
• Commitment to excellence and professionalism in all aspects
• Ability to work under a high pressure, fast- paced environment; both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to assist with organizing wine cellar organization, wine inventory as well as opening and closure procedures
• Previous experience in fine dining hospitality (3+ years) with focus on wine service (2+ year) is required
• Wine Certifications or specialized training is highly desired
• Knowledge of hospitality management resources and software
• Ability to repeatedly lift cases of wine of up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to command a floor, prioritize, resolve unexpected issues and remain an effective leader while maintaining a positive attitude.

Please submit your cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!