Sommelier - Umhlanga Verfied

R 15,000 - 18,000 per month Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal more than 14 days ago 26-05-2015 4:02:25 PM
23-06-2015 4:02:25 PM
Kendrick Recruitment? are now looking for a SOMMELIER for a 5* Luxury Boutique Hotel based in Umhlanga, KZN. We are looking for a confident, bubbly and approachable candidate with a passion for both Wine and the Hospitality Industry.Minimum Requirements:· A diploma in Hotel Management· 3-4 years’ experience as a Sommelier in a 4/5 star hotel· Strong knowledge of wine service procedures Skills:· Strong command of English combined with good written skills· Ability to work in a team· Ability to up-sell, describe and recommend beverage products Key Responsibilities:· Responsible for promoting and maximizing beverage sales· Follows and ensures that the company beverage standards of service are being adhered· Provides prompt, attentive and courteous service to every guest• Staying abreast of the latest trends in both the culinary, and wine and spirits world• Helping customers choose the correct wine for a meal• Planning the wine menu• Decanting wines, especially red wines over 10 years old• Choosing and ordering wines that best fit the menu and patrons• Knowing the proper way to store various types of wines• Managing the inventory of the wine cellar• Cultivating relationships with distributors and vintnersBasic Salary R15,000 - R18,000 including Medical Aid & Provident Fund.

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