Sommelier - Toptable
1 week ago
**Position**: Sommelier
**Reports to**: Restaurant Director
The culinary cornerstone in the heart of Whistler Village, Toptable Group (Araxi, Il Caminetto, and Bar Oso) enjoys a long held international reputation for excellence in food, wine, and hospitality. As an early pioneer of farm to table dining, Culinary Director James Walt’s seasonally focused menus celebrate the excellence of locally sourced ingredients.
***:
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
(Other duties may be assigned as required)
- Serve as an educator, as well as an inspirational, committed, and responsible leader to the restaurant’s front-of-house teams; inspire staff to deliver a memorable beverage experience
- Display a passion for and about wine and the industry
- Handle rare and limited product with precise table side manner
- Deliver superior customer service through effective training and education
- Lead by example by delivering superior consistent customer service and hospitality
- Consult with guests to assist in selection of wines
- Maintain wine list, cellar, and other storage areas; monitor inventory and expenses
- Develop strong rapport with vendors, agents, and wineries
**WE OFFER**:
- Extended health benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Tip pooling
- Staff meals
- Job Requirements/Qualifications:
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS**:
- Previous management experience in a premium food and beverage operation
- Minimum level 3 WSET or equivalent
- Highly committed to a premium level of service and precise table side manners
- Knowledgeable on food and wine pairings, as well as a passion for terroir
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
- Superior conflict resolution skills, with the ability to relate professionally to all levels of staff, management, clientele, suppliers, and partners
- Strong problem solving skills, including the ability to analyze current business problems and implement recommended solutions
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Recommended Training:
- Serving It Right
- Job Application Process:
