Head Sommelier

Faena

New York, NY, United States
$90,000 py
On-site
Manage restaurant wine program
Expert wine pairings
Staff training
The Head Sommelier is responsible for leading and managing the restaurant’s wine program, ensuring an exceptional guest experience through expert wine pairings, menu integration, and staff training

Job Summary

  • The Head Sommelier is responsible for leading and managing the restaurant’s wine program, ensuring an exceptional guest experience through expert wine pairings, menu integration, and staff training.
  • This role requires deep industry knowledge, strong leadership skills, and the ability to curate a world-class wine list that aligns with Faena’s luxury hospitality standards.
  • The FAENA Movement is one of culture, art and community, creating carefully curated spaces paired with excellence in service to delight the most sophisticated guests.

Matching Summary

The Head Sommelier is responsible for leading and managing the restaurant’s wine program, ensuring an exceptional guest experience through expert wine pairings, menu integration, and staff training.

Salary

$90,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage restaurant wine program
  • expert wine pairings
  • staff training
  • curate world-class wine list
  • luxury hospitality standards
  • inventory management
  • supplier relationships

Nice-to-have

  • sophisticated guests
  • glamour
  • cultural trendsetting
  • luxury nightlife experiences
  • storytelling skills
  • additional languages

Key Requirements

  • Certified Sommelier designation required
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience
  • Proficiency in wine list management
  • Strong understanding of pairing techniques
  • Strong relationships with wine producers
  • Experience with high-profile clientele
  • Familiarity with POS systems
  • Fluency in English required

Work Rights

Not specified

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