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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $14.75 - $28.50
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Delano is a distinguished luxury hospitality brand known for honoring a celebrated legacy while shaping a bold new global chapter. With an emphasis on nurturing a refined spirit of community, Delano attracts and welcomes the world’s most curious, creative, and well-traveled guests across its many locations. Each property embodies a unique blend of sophisticated style, cultural richness, and exceptional service standards, making Delano a beacon of elegance and innovation in the luxury hotel and restaurant industry. The brand prides itself on delivering not only exquisite dining and hospitality experiences but also fostering an inclusive environment where creativity and passion thrive.... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 5 years of wine service experience
- At least 2 years in a leadership or head sommelier role in a fine dining or luxury restaurant
- Certification from a recognized wine education body preferred
- Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours per shift
- Physically able to reach, bend, lift, twist, push, or pull and consistently handle objects weighing 20 lbs or more
- Working knowledge of food safety standards
- Compliance with responsible alcohol service laws
- Adherence to health and hygiene protocols
- Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance
- Willingness to perform various related tasks as needed to provide exceptional guest service
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related field preferred
- Minimum 5 years of progressive wine service experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or head sommelier role in a fine dining or luxury restaurant environment
- Certification from a recognized wine education body (e.g., WSET Level 3 or Diploma, Court of Master Sommeliers - Certified or Advanced) strongly preferred
- Expert-level knowledge of international wine regions, varietals, vintages, wine pairing, and cellar management practices
- Proven experience in developing and managing high-level wine programs, including selection, purchasing, inventory control, and cost management
- Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to coach and mentor junior sommeliers and service staff
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- able to convey complex wine knowledge in an approachable and engaging way
- Strong sales and upselling skills with an ability to drive beverage revenue while maintaining guest satisfaction
- Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while multitasking and addressing guest needs
Job Duties
- Lead and oversee the sommelier team to ensure refined and knowledgeable wine service that enhances the guest dining experience
- Establish, implement, and uphold wine service protocols, storage procedures, and guest interaction standards that align with the restaurant's identity and brand philosophy
- Develop and maintain a carefully curated wine list that reflects regional diversity, seasonal availability, and aligns with culinary offerings
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager to enforce guidelines on wine pairing strategies, upselling approaches, and cross-departmental collaboration
- Supervise the ordering, inventory management, and proper cellaring of all wines, ensuring stock integrity, vintage rotation, and cost control
- Enforce service standards through regular on-the-floor coaching and ensure consistency in wine presentation, pouring, and guest engagement
- Train all sommeliers and service staff to a high standard of product knowledge, ensuring confident wine recommendations and adherence to restaurant guidelines
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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