Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training opportunities
Career Development
Job Description
Fontainebleau Miami Beach stands as an iconic oceanfront hotel located on Collins Avenue in the heart of Miami's prestigious Millionaire's Row. Renowned for its architectural significance and historical prominence, the hotel was originally designed by the legendary architect Morris Lapidus and opened its doors in 1954. Fontainebleau marries the glamour of the Golden Era with contemporary luxury, offering guests a vibrant blend of striking design, contemporary art, music, fashion, and cutting-edge technology. This fusion creates an unmatched guest experience where visitors are encouraged to play their unique roles—whether that means dining, shopping, relaxing at the spa, socializing, or simply enjoying the stunning ocean views. The hotel’s commitment to delivering exceptional standards and high-quality services makes it a sought-after destination for travelers worldwide. Fontainebleau Miami Beach is dedicated to maintaining its legacy as a symbol of luxury and cultural richness, continually reinventing itself to stay at the forefront of the hospitality industry.
The role of Lead Sommelier at Fontainebleau is pivotal in enhancing the guest experience through the art of wine service. This position demands a highly skilled professional who can not only manage and oversee the beverage service operations but also inspire and educate the team to deliver impeccable quality and service standards. The Lead Sommelier plays a crucial leadership role by mentoring staff in wine knowledge, motivating the beverage team, and ensuring that every guest receives a memorable and delightful experience. Responsibilities include overseeing the bar program, managing inventories, analyzing beverage sales to boost profitability, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, health, and hygiene. The position also requires excellent communication and supervisory skills to build strong team relationships, provide training, and monitor individual performance effectively. With a focus on fostering an environment of continuous improvement, the Lead Sommelier contributes significantly to the hotel’s reputation for excellence in food, wine, and overall service. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate wine professional to thrive in a prestigious establishment committed to luxury and innovation.
The role of Lead Sommelier at Fontainebleau is pivotal in enhancing the guest experience through the art of wine service. This position demands a highly skilled professional who can not only manage and oversee the beverage service operations but also inspire and educate the team to deliver impeccable quality and service standards. The Lead Sommelier plays a crucial leadership role by mentoring staff in wine knowledge, motivating the beverage team, and ensuring that every guest receives a memorable and delightful experience. Responsibilities include overseeing the bar program, managing inventories, analyzing beverage sales to boost profitability, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, health, and hygiene. The position also requires excellent communication and supervisory skills to build strong team relationships, provide training, and monitor individual performance effectively. With a focus on fostering an environment of continuous improvement, the Lead Sommelier contributes significantly to the hotel’s reputation for excellence in food, wine, and overall service. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate wine professional to thrive in a prestigious establishment committed to luxury and innovation.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of three years relevant food and beverage management experience in a high quality, high volume establishment
- High school education or equivalent
- Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff
- Familiarity with wine service concepts, practices, and procedures
- Familiarity with food service practices and procedures
- Effective supervisory and communication skills
- Well organized and demonstrated strong problem solving skills
Job Qualifications
- Familiarity with wine service concepts, practices, and procedures
- Familiarity with food service practices and procedures
- Effective supervisory and communication skills
- Well organized and demonstrated strong problem solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff
- Minimum of three years relevant food and beverage management experience in a high quality, high volume establishment
- High school education or equivalent
- College degree preferred
Job Duties
- Oversee the daily beverage service operations and ensure quality standards for wines
- Oversee the bar program, purchasing and inventories of all liquor
- Analyze daily, weekly, monthly beverage sales identifying opportunities for increasing profitability and maximizing revenue
- Prepare daily and weekly reports using Avero
- Foster an environment where improvements to products, processes and service are welcomed and encouraged
- Resolve guest concerns and implement resolutions
- Schedule labor force and assign work for beverage service team
- Lead and manage the bar and wine team staff daily, communicating and maintaining high standards of quality, health and hygiene
- Plan, manage and monitor work, training, communicating, coaching staff and building relationships
- Conduct training to ensure strong product knowledge and ability to upsell and deliver excellent service
- Monitor, review and give feedback on individual performance, set and review objectives
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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