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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $25.00 - $40.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)
Job Description
RPM Italian, created by Bill and Giuliana Rancic along with RJ, Jerrod, and Molly Melman, is an upscale restaurant offering modern Italian cuisine in an elegant yet urban atmosphere. Known for its sophisticated yet unpretentious menu, RPM Italian specializes in well-crafted and versatile interpretations of classic Italian dishes. Signature offerings include freshly prepared in-house pastas, such as the notable Mama DePandi's Bucatini Pomodoro, and the richly textured flavors of whole wood-grilled Branzino. The restaurant is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a company with over 100 nationally recognized restaurants celebrated for outstanding food, service, and as exceptional places to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Current sommelier certification
- Ability to work a variety of hours, days and shifts including weekends
- Ability to safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
- Ability to calmly multitask in a busy and stressful environment
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift
- Ability to move and lift up to 10 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 50 pounds
- Willingness to comply with safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness training
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team player
Job Qualifications
- Current sommelier certification
- Proven experience in a sommelier or wine steward role preferred
- Strong knowledge of wines, wine pairings and service techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work varied shifts including weekends
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Basic proficiency with POS systems and inventory management
- Commitment to customer service excellence
- Knowledge of safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness protocols
Job Duties
- Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipates guests’ needs
- Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
- Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
- Develop the wine menu for the restaurant
- Coordinate all ordering of wine for the restaurant
- Maintain professional relationships with purveyors and must not accept gifts or cash in return for wine or liquor orders
- Account for and maintain the security of all wine inventories
- Provide wine education and training for new and existing employees and update training materials
- Conduct wine tastings
- Assist Maître d’ and/or host with greeting and seating guests if needed
- Organize, maintain and restock wines in proper cabinets, coolers or storage areas
- Attend wine seminars on a regular basis
- Act as a lead for the Wine Runner position
- Follow proper wine service procedures
- Assist serving staff with selling, opening and serving wine
- Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
- Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
- Use sales techniques to present and encourage current promotions to guests
- Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system
- Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
- Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
- Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Get along well with others and be a team player
- Other duties will be assigned as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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