Sommelier

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi is a prestigious dining establishment located in the heart of Bellevue, Washington, renowned for its refined service, world-class cuisine, and luxurious ambiance. This upscale restaurant boasts breathtaking skyline views, making it a top destination for diners seeking an exceptional dining experience in the Pacific Northwest. Ascend has earned its reputation by delivering impeccable culinary artistry, sophisticated atmosphere, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. The restaurant specializes in prime steak and expertly crafted sushi, providing guests with an eclectic menu that embodies both classic and contemporary flavors.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a sommelier or wine service role
  • Ability to perform all duties to achieve operation success
  • Professional attitude representing the company
  • Leadership skills to guide junior sommeliers and service teams
  • Ability to assist with training programs
  • Organizational skills for inventory management
  • Knowledge of food and beverage offerings
  • Commitment to maintaining storage and cleanliness standards

Job Qualifications

  • Advanced knowledge of wine and sake
  • Experience in a sommelier or related wine service role
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to train and mentor staff
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of food and beverage ingredients, allergens, and dietary restrictions
  • Ability to manage inventory and maintain wine storage
  • Passion for luxury dining and exceptional guest service
  • Familiarity with wine pairing principles

Job Duties

  • Perform all duties and responsibilities to achieve overall success of the operation
  • Represent the company in a professional and exemplary manner and promote the success of the restaurant to guests, staff and any other parties
  • Lead wine floor service and ensure junior sommeliers and service team are engaging guests in a manner congruent with brand standards
  • Assist with training employees on their wine and sake knowledge in accordance with company standards and help create, initiate and lead an ongoing staff wine and sake education and training program
  • Assist with beverage list maintenance and accuracy
  • Assist with wine inventory, keeping wine par levels, and updating beverage menus
  • Ensure wine inventory for private events and maintain and update private dining wine pars
  • Assist with receiving and restocking deliveries, delivery accuracy and updating out of stock items
  • Keep wine storage accuracy, cleanliness, and ensure the wine storage is in excellent repair
  • Work to minimize costs, maximize guest perceptions, and maximize profitability for ownership
  • Possess advanced knowledge of the food and beverage offerings including ingredients, allergens, dietary limitations, daily specials and the restaurant concepts overview

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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