Sommelier

Location: Northern

## Sommelier Apply locations:
Highland, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 17 Days Agojob requisition :
R0016955

Under the direction of the Director of Food & Beverage (F&B), the Sommelier is responsible for the overall wine operation and profitability of assigned venues and develops an ever-evolving world-class wine program and driving sales. Is responsible for achieving financial and enterprise objectives, maintains proper inventory control (including equipment and supplies), ensures all allocated wines are stored correctly, and provides consistent high-quality customer service.

Is present in corresponding venues based on needs, executes wine service, makes recommendations and pairings, and upholds wine-related standards during operating hours. This position ensures compliance with all health and safety regulations, creates staffing plans, prepares sales, inventory, and team member reports, and provides dedicated leadership to the venue(s) to maximize team member morale through leading by example. Revenue focused, this role is accountable for driving sales and creating sales programs across the spectrum of wine in all venues.

Trains and develops the leadership team on beverage knowledge, training modules, effective beverage cost management, preventative maintenance, minimizing waste, and sales strategies to drive top-line growth. Is responsible for areas that include all bars and restaurants within Yaamava’ Resort & Casino.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
** 1.
Is accountable for the training and development of wine education for all corresponding front of house team members. Designs training programs to ensure high quality service that aligns with Yaamava’ Resort & Casino brand standards and maintains training programs and overall product knowledge. Conducts frequent wine education audits via one-on-one interactions as well as dynamic group activities. Utilizes venue-specific requirements to customize wine trainings which include an upscale casual café, in-room dining, and a fine dining steakhouse.

Trains the leadership team on training modules and additional beverage information to certify their ability to lead the beverage portion of our standards.
2.
Is responsible for ordering, receiving, maintaining inventory, organizing, and selling of wine. Oversees all wine purchases and manages costs in accordance with department guidelines. Assists team members and guests during their dining experience with wine recommendations, pairings, decanting, and overall wine service. Maintains a presence on the dining room floor during operating hours to ensure guest satisfaction and team member support.

Ensures cost-effectiveness and profitability by directing the development and administration of controls for all phases of front of house operations while maintaining Yaamava’ Resort & Casino brand standards.
3.
Manages assigned venue(s) to budgeted revenue, beverage cost, expense, headcount, and profit.  Provides explanations of any unfavorable variance(s) of wine and beverage sales monthly to Food & Beverage leadership and prepares and implements an action plan to track favorably to budget by end of fiscal year including budget forecasts as needed.
4.
Collaborates with the assigned venue Chef, oversees daily wine pairings, ensures menu items remain attractive to customers (as measured by customer satisfaction and revenue generated), and verifies that food & beverage presentation meets the Yaamava’ Resort & Casino brand standards.  5.
Maintains accurate inventory of all stemware, decanters, coasters, etc. to guarantee that supplies are always on hand.  Confirms replacement inventory as needed while minimizing replacement cost.  Monitors mishandling and/or damage to inventory items and responds…