Head Sommelier

Head Sommelier - Ascot - £47,740 - Full Time - Perm

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Overall responsibility for the operational management of beverage and in particular of the wine service in the fine dining restaurant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Create a wine experience by advising guests in an articulate, affable and friendly manner displaying professional salesmanship

* Help and advise guests with their wine and after dinner drinks choices while serving them with accuracy & flair.

* Take orders for cocktails, aperitifs, spirits, wines, liquors and soft drinks, attending to guest needs.

* Actively up sell beverages to guests by imparting your knowledge of wines and beverages in regards to matching with their dish choice

* To maintain, replenish & clean all wine service areas, cellar, wine racks, wine tables and fridges, leading to efficient wine service whilst ensuring consistently outstanding service.

* Responsible for assisting and ensuring that the beverage sales forecasted for the restaurant are met including ensuring all team members are aware of targets

* Make orders in a timely manner and monitor their correct storage, working closely with the Cellar Manager

* Search, select and buy wines from around the world, in conjunction with the Cellar Manager and Purchasing and compose all wine lists to achieve maximum guest satisfaction, profit, prestige and trade recognition

* Regularly review the wine list in line with the current trends and ensure that the wine list appeals to a diverse customer base.

* Play a key role in any wine tasting with guests and banqueting clients

* Support all Managers in the sales of wines and to advise them on the best wines appropriate for the guest or event

* Take an active interest in the bar team and bar service, integrating with the restaurant to become a flexible workforce to support peak and troughs of business.

* Share your wine knowledge and encourage your team to develop their wine knowledge further through regular training sessions such as workshops and upselling training.

* Attend weekly banqueting meetings as required

* Full use of InfoGenesis Point of Sale system and ensure the accuracy of information input.

If you're interested apply now or call Sharen Cheema 02084276199

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