Sommelier - Canoe Restaurant

Company Description

With over 25 years of culinary history, Canoe continues to challenge creative boundaries in the spirit of celebrating Canada and its distinct provinces. Connecting people to place through contemporary Canadian cuisine; Canoe crafts-inspired dishes reflect our country’s diverse landscape, history and culture. Our chefs work closely with farmers and suppliers to source the finest ingredients from across the nation.

**What’s in it for you?**:

- Competitive wages/salary packages - Gratuity sharing - A comprehensive group benefits program - Training and development opportunities - Staff dining discount - RRSP matching program for managers

**Job Description**:
Ready for the next chapter of your career? Why not make one of Canada's leading restaurant groups a part of it Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants is looking for a Sommelier for Canoe

One of the most coveted positions in the city this position is responsible for the management of the wine list, while controlling costs and maintaining wine inventory appropriately. The Sommelier will interact with guests by sharing food knowledge and pairing recommendations. They will also assist with management of day to day operations of the restaurant including staffing, cost controls, training and development, budgeting and active floor management during service, all while ensuring emotional service and culinary excellence.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**
- Working with the head sommelier to manage the overall wine vision
- Management of wine inventory, costing, ordering and tasting new product
- Assist with management of day to day operations of the restaurant and active floor management during service
- Maintain wine and beverage inventory while effectively controlling costs
- Lead guests through interesting and diverse wine lists, and ensure excellent guest service by providing insightful and exciting wine pairing recommendations during lunch and dinner service
- Lead staff training and development in the areas of wine service, food pairings, and overall service excellence
- Work together with the Chef and kitchen team to create creative and inspiring wine and food pairing for a continually changing tasting menu
- Continue to keep well informed of industry trends and product innovation and develop relationships with suppliers and external networks by attending tastings and industry events
- Perform opening and closing responsibilitie**s**

**Qualifications**:
You have a great sense of passion for wine, food, and culinary excellence. You are a hospitality professional that is eager to share your knowledge and passion for wine with others. You are looking to join a dynamic and vibrant team of culinary experts where you can learn from the best. You show true initiative, drive and stamina and are willing to go above and beyond to engage our guests with emotional service. You are looking for a position where you can grow your knowledge and experience and advance your career.
- More than 2 year of sommelier experience in a fine dining environment
- Two years of restaurant management experience, preferably in an upscale fine dining environment
- Sommelier designation is required
- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality considered an asset
- Passion for food, wine and culinary excellence
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large and variable work load, ensuring timely and accurate superior verbal and written communication skills
- Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills

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