Head Sommelier - One Harbour Road (Chinese Restaurant)

Job description

Capturing the old time splendor with elegance of a Taipan’s mansion in the 1930s, One Harbour Road serves authentic Cantonese cuisine refined by Executive Chinese Chef Chan Hon-cheong, who elevates time-honoured traditions and techniques with the freshest ingredients and a creative presentation. One of the notable Selected Restaurants recommended by MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2024.

What you will do:

· To work with Outlet Manager / Head Sommelier of Grand Hyatt Hong Kong to continually improve One Harbour Road wine offerings.

· Through analysis of sales performance and profitability of existing wine lists, use wine knowledge to improve customer satisfaction and profitability by continuously improving the hotel’s International Wine List.

· To maintain a close relationship with all wine agents/importers, in order to secure first-hand option on special wines, available on limited quantities or allocations.

· To develop and recommend to the Outlet Manager / Head Sommelier of Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, appropriate pricing strategies for the designated operation.

· Work with Outlet Manager / Head Sommelier of Grand Hyatt Hong Kong to prepare wine promotional plans, including wine promotions, wine maker’s events, wine-by-the glass programmes and other related initiatives.

· Reviews all slow moving items and recommend actions, i.e. further cellaring, special promotions, bin-end sales, etc.

· Ensure that all service associates are fully versed in wine up selling techniques and have a good level of product knowledge.

· Create and manage the beverage program of the outlet and hotel by offering a selection suiting the restaurant concept and local market’s expectations.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

What you should have:

· Be passionate and knowledgeable about Chinese dining culture, food and wine.

· Driven to exceed guests’ expectations.

· Natural leader who knows how to have fun at work whilst being attentive and hospitable effortlessly.

What we offer:

· Care: A supportive and caring environment where diversity and inclusion are embraced.

· Development: Immense learning opportunities to equip and grow yourself.

· Well-being: Prioritize well-being and bring positivity at work and in life.