FOH Manager / Sommelier

Mason Jar Group is a collection of restaurants, culinary experiences, venue space, drinking, and nightlife built and managed like no other. We are looking for a Sommelier/ Restaurant Manager to act as our wine expert and create wine lists that pair with our food menus. Sommelier responsibilities include recommending wine varieties to our guests, supervising wine serving, and continues staff training. To be qualified for this role, you should have relevant experience in hospitality and be available to work during business hours. Ultimately, you will delight our guests by helping them choose the best wine to complement their fare while assisting the General Manager in leadership goals.

Responsibilities

• Create and update the wine list in coordination leadership team
• Recommend food and wine pairings
• Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
• Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
• Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
• Manage wine cellar and ensure it’s fully-stocked
• Train wait staff on available wines
• Negotiate purchase prices with vendors
• Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events
• Ask guests for ID to verify legal drinking age
• Comply with all health and safety regulations

Requirements

• Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role
• Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
• Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type
• Good communication skills
• Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to meet with wine producers and visit wine-tasting events
• Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality is a plus

Read more about Mason Jar Group here: https://www.masonjargroup.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person