Sommelier

We are now in search of a qualified sommelier for a luxury 5 star Game lodge located in Botswana, Delta.

Minimum Requirements:

·        A diploma in Hotel Management

·        3-4 years experience as a Sommelier in a 4/5 star hotel

·        Strong knowledge of wine service procedures

Skills:

·        Strong command of English combined with good written skills

·        Ability to work in a team

·        Ability to describe and recommend wine paired with food

Key Responsibilities:

·        Follows and ensures that the standards of service within the palace are being adhered

·        Provides prompt, attentive and courteous service to every guest

·        Staying abreast of the latest trends in both the culinary, and wine and spirits world

·        Assisting guests choose the correct wine for a meal

·        Planning the wine menu

·        Decanting wines, especially red wines over 10 years old

·        Choosing and ordering wines that best fit the menu and patrons

·        Knowing the proper way to store various types of wines

·        Managing the inventory of the wine cellar

·        Cultivating relationships with distributors and vintners

The successful candidate should have an enquiring mind, be methodical, pay attention to detail, be creative, show perseverance and patience, ability to work under pressure, have high energy levels, be flexible, have the ability to overcome obstacles and persist with the task at hand, be decisive and adaptable. If you have the knowledge, skills and required experience, and this sounds like a challenge you are ready for and you are able to relocate I would love to hear from you