Sommelier [Bahrain]

 

Company Description

Al Areen Palace and Spa by Accor features 78 luxuriously appointed pool villas, 10,000 sq meters of SPA with a unique Rain Forest and Ice igloo system. Awaken your senses by trying thoughtfully prepared savoury dishes from our fine dining restaurants. The resort is a perfect retreat which spans over 131,000 sq. meters with traditional Middle Eastern design and stylish contemporary flair.

Job Description

To control the hotel’s wine dispensary, keeping a tight stock control, maximizing revenue and ensuring high quality guest service. Assist guests with wine and beverage pairing to complement menu.

• Assist customers with their choice of wine or drink and to take the appropriate orders
• Ensure that the proper mise-en-place is prepared for each meal service
• Organize, supervise and assist with the service of beverages
• Ensure correct handling, use, storage and cleaning of all liquor service equipment
• Ensure that a tight control is kept on all stock used, and that all checks are raised and processed correctly, and are either paid or charged to account
• Develop and maintain all wine-related staff training programs
• Liaise and coordinate with wine purveyors for wine updates, training and promotions
• Attend daily F&B meetings and monthly staff meetings to discuss wine updates
• Hold one-to-one sommelier meetings to establish and monitor targets and achievements
• Work with Culinary team to devise harmonious food & wine pairings for menu updates
• Develop budget plan and record, monitor and present a clear Sales Mix Record
• Maintain updated Wine List while liaising with Restaurant manager and Director of F&B
• Work on special projects to strengthen the Hotel’s position as a market leader in wine
• Responsible for roster and attendance records for the sommelier team
• Ensure that all sommeliers are aware of, and comply with Licensing Laws
• Regularly inspect quality of opened wine in F&B Outlets
• Comply with Hotel’s policy and procedures on Fire, Health, Hygiene and Training
• Manage restaurant operations in the absence of Restaurant Managers
• Be knowledgeable of hotel information to be able to answer guest inquiries

Qualifications

• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English
• Experienced in all aspects of restaurant service and management
• Must be well presented and professionally groomed at all times
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills to motivate employees as a team
• High degree of professionalism, creativity, business acumen, energy and determination
• Proven organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines with quality results
• Deep wine and food knowledge and expertise

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Hotel Management

Additional Information

• Opportunity to join us in rebranding journey and be part of the first Raffles in Bahrain
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

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