Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.66 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

growth opportunities
Great Training
Flexible Hours
Education Reimbursement
Generous Dining Discount
Professionalism
Strong company culture

Job Description

Water Grill has been a beloved seafood destination in Southern California for over 25 years, renowned for delivering fresh, high-quality seafood dishes that continue to delight diners and seafood aficionados. Recognized by the internationally acclaimed Zagat Guide as the provider of the "best seafood in Southern California," the restaurant prides itself on consistently offering dazzling fish preparations made with superior quality and freshness. It is with great excitement that Water Grill announces its expansion to Bellevue, Washington, opening the seventh location in their growing family of restaurants. This new establishment brings the same commitment to excellence, warm hospitality, and vibrant dining experiences that have made Water Grill a trusted name in seafood cuisine for decades.

As a part of this esteemed culinary tradition, the role of Wine Steward at Water Grill Bellevue is crucial in enhancing guests' dining experience. This position focuses on guiding guests through a carefully curated wine journey that complements the exquisite seafood dishes served. The Wine Steward not only assists guests in selecting wines that enhance their meal but also drives sales through expert wine knowledge and superior service. This role requires a deep understanding of wine regions, styles, vintages, and proper service techniques, including decanting and pairing recommendations tailored to guest preferences and budgets. Working in a team environment rooted in professionalism and strong company culture, the Wine Steward plays a pivotal role in maintaining inventory, assisting with wine list development, and creating an exceptional guest experience from greeting to service completion.

Employment with Water Grill Bellevue offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $16.66 to $18 per hour, plus commission, reflecting the company's recognition of skill and expertise in this role. The company is committed to supporting employee growth and development, offering outstanding benefits such as education reimbursement, generous dining discounts, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities through promotions from within. Water Grill cultivates a productive and respectful workplace culture where teamwork and professionalism thrive, ensuring that each team member feels valued and motivated to contribute to the restaurant’s success. Working at Water Grill means being part of a dynamic, passionate team that values quality food, service, and guest satisfaction, all within a beautiful and welcoming dining environment. This is an excellent opportunity for wine enthusiasts who are eager to develop their careers in the hospitality and wine service industry and be part of a rapidly expanding, award-winning restaurant brand.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • High school graduate, some college
  • Level 1 Court of Masters, WSET level 2, or equivalent
  • Current Food Handler's Card
  • Ability to communicate verbal and written English with guests, management and co-workers
  • Ability to add guest notes to Open Table database
  • Ability to open all wine/champagne bottles with ease regardless of the difficulty of corks, openers, size of bottle, etc
  • Ability to recognize a wine that is up to our standard
  • Complete knowledge of proper glassware to use and decanting technique
  • Maintain knowledge of major winemaking regions, vineyards, styles, vintages and producers and bottlings
  • Ability to maintain complete knowledge of the service standards
  • Ability to describe characteristics, pricing and descriptions of every wine/champagne "by the glass" selection and all major wines on the wine list and dessert wine list
  • Understanding of state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • High school graduate, some college
  • Level 1 Court of Masters, WSET level 2, or equivalent
  • Current Food Handler's Card
  • Ability to communicate verbal and written English with guests, management and co-workers
  • Ability to add guest notes to Open Table database
  • Ability to open all wine/champagne bottles with ease regardless of the difficulty of corks, openers, size of bottle, etc
  • Ability to recognize a wine that is up to our standard
  • Complete knowledge of proper glassware to use and decanting technique
  • Maintain knowledge of major winemaking regions, vineyards, styles, vintages and producers and bottlings
  • Ability to maintain complete knowledge of the service standards
  • Ability to describe characteristics, pricing and descriptions of every wine/champagne "by the glass" selection and all major wines on the wine list and dessert wine list
  • Understanding of state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving

Job Duties

  • Drive sales at all times, keeping in mind the taste preference and budget parameters of the guest, using suggestive selling techniques
  • Visit table, take wine order, confirm during order-taking and upon presentation of wine, serve wine in an expert manner including proper pouring and decanting technique
  • On a shift-by-shift basis, build Open Table guest notes database to build history of guest to better serve/sell to the guest
  • Manage the evening's inventory of wine (restocking as needed)
  • Follow wine service standards for ringing in and tracking orders
  • Maintain wine stock in service areas so wine can be served quickly to guest
  • Maintain neat and organized condition of all wine storage areas
  • Maintain "Wine Bible" with one-page sheets for all current (and past) wines on wine list
  • Ensure that any guest that is not 100% satisfied with our product or service is attended to immediately, and a manager is informed
  • Ensure that restaurant wine glassware and decanters are at par, available, and clean
  • Assist with inventories as directed by manager
  • Assist with wine ordering as directed by manager
  • Assist with all other service to guests as needed: hosting, bussing, running food/drinks, taking orders
  • Actively participate ongoing crew wine education
  • Maintain an eye for details
  • Keep self at a level of high energy and engagement
  • Maintain and grow an enthusiasm for the wine program
  • Complete side work duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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