Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.50 - $29.50
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Commission
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities
team environment
Job Description
City Winery is a unique and innovative hospitality and live music company that combines the art of winemaking with intimate concert experiences, culinary excellence, and cultural events. Established in 2008 by music industry visionary Michael Dorf, City Winery has redefined the way patrons experience entertainment and dining in urban settings. With locations across the United States, City Winery offers an unmatched blend of award-winning wines, delectable food, and world-class live music performances. This dynamic venue is not merely a place to eat or listen to music but a thriving cultural hub where wine lovers, foodies, and music enthusiasts come together to enjoy a sophisticated and immersive experience.
At City Winery, the emphasis is placed on delivering high-end combined culinary and cultural experiences. The company operates fully functioning wineries embedded within urban entertainment settings, allowing guests to enjoy the charm and quality of wine country right in the heart of the city. The venue hosts a varied lineup of events, including intimate concerts, food and wine classes, private gatherings, and fine dining arrangements. City Winery has cultivated a clientele of discerning cultural patrons and sophisticated food lovers, creating an environment that celebrates artistic expression, culinary creativity, and viniculture.
The Sommelier role at City Winery offers an exciting hourly plus commission opportunity for individuals passionate about wine, hospitality, and guest engagement. The Sommelier serves as an in-house expert on wines and beverages, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the overall guest experience through professional service, educational insights, and thoughtful recommendations. This position involves not only promoting and upselling beverage selections and retail wines but also supporting operational functions like inventory management and staff training. Sommeliers interact directly with guests to provide personalized wine and food pairing suggestions and contribute to maintaining the brand's reputation for excellence.
Successful candidates will have a strong foundational knowledge of global wine regions, producers, vintages, and flavor profiles across both Old and New World wines. While formal certifications are not mandatory, a deep understanding and genuine passion for wine are essential. Beyond expertise, the ideal Sommelier must possess excellent communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to create memorable experiences for City Winery guests. This role requires adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to elevating City Winery's wine program through continuous learning and sharing of knowledge.
Joining City Winery means becoming part of a vibrant community that values creativity, diversity, and hospitality as a way of life. The company is an equal opportunity employer that fosters inclusivity and respect among its staff and guests. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, City Winery provides an inspiring workplace environment for those who thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused settings. This position offers the chance to grow professionally while contributing to a unique brand recognized for quality in wine, food, and live entertainment.
At City Winery, the emphasis is placed on delivering high-end combined culinary and cultural experiences. The company operates fully functioning wineries embedded within urban entertainment settings, allowing guests to enjoy the charm and quality of wine country right in the heart of the city. The venue hosts a varied lineup of events, including intimate concerts, food and wine classes, private gatherings, and fine dining arrangements. City Winery has cultivated a clientele of discerning cultural patrons and sophisticated food lovers, creating an environment that celebrates artistic expression, culinary creativity, and viniculture.
The Sommelier role at City Winery offers an exciting hourly plus commission opportunity for individuals passionate about wine, hospitality, and guest engagement. The Sommelier serves as an in-house expert on wines and beverages, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the overall guest experience through professional service, educational insights, and thoughtful recommendations. This position involves not only promoting and upselling beverage selections and retail wines but also supporting operational functions like inventory management and staff training. Sommeliers interact directly with guests to provide personalized wine and food pairing suggestions and contribute to maintaining the brand's reputation for excellence.
Successful candidates will have a strong foundational knowledge of global wine regions, producers, vintages, and flavor profiles across both Old and New World wines. While formal certifications are not mandatory, a deep understanding and genuine passion for wine are essential. Beyond expertise, the ideal Sommelier must possess excellent communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to create memorable experiences for City Winery guests. This role requires adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to elevating City Winery's wine program through continuous learning and sharing of knowledge.
Joining City Winery means becoming part of a vibrant community that values creativity, diversity, and hospitality as a way of life. The company is an equal opportunity employer that fosters inclusivity and respect among its staff and guests. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, City Winery provides an inspiring workplace environment for those who thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused settings. This position offers the chance to grow professionally while contributing to a unique brand recognized for quality in wine, food, and live entertainment.
Job Requirements
- 2+ years sommelier experience in a fast-paced restaurant
- extensive knowledge of and a genuine love for wine, winemaking, beer and spirits
- ability to consistently deliver high-quality guest experiences
- strong work ethic
- team player
- exceptional guest service skills
- strong attention to detail
- organizational skills
- polished presentation
- ability to take direction and accept constructive criticism
- effective communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to resolve problems
- fluently literate in English
- ability to conduct business related mathematics
- able to accurately function a POS
- ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, bending, pulling, pushing, using stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years sommelier experience in a fast-paced restaurant
- extensive knowledge of and a genuine love for wine, winemaking, beer and spirits
- ability to consistently deliver high-quality guest experiences, exceed guest expectations, and strive to create a memorable experience at every City Winery visit
- strong work ethic, team player, and exceptional guest service skills
- strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- polished presentation
- ability to take direction from others and accept constructive criticism
- effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships with coworkers and guests
- aptitude to resolve problems
- must be fluently literate in English including ability to read, write, and communicate, conduct basic business related mathematics, able to accurately function a POS
- ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to perform physical requirements of the role including standing/walking for entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
Job Duties
- Maintain a clean, well-organized wine cellar in accordance with company standards
- recommend wine and beverage pairings to guests
- upsell both tableside offerings and retail wine offerings for guests to take home
- keep staff abreast of beverage changes on the wine list
- assist with monthly inventory
- know about and defend our product brands
- know and be able to identify table and seat numbers
- maintain station cleanliness
- knowledge of cocktail list - drinks, specs, flavor profiles
- knowledge of WBTG facts - producer, variety, region, vintage, flavor profiles, history
- know the proper standard for opening bottles of wine and tableside service
- be warm, knowledgeable, and noticeably appreciative towards guests
- accommodate guests by making each individual feel welcomed
- act professionally and always maintain composure
- identify and report problems to management immediately
- be aware of service flow, dining timing, and be able to adjust for each guest's individual needs
- implement and follow steps of service
- respond to the needs of the guests, taking orders, running food, and bussing tables
- oversee activities of your team in the station
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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