Sommelier

Job description

NATURAL TALENT

Explore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel’s work culture is uniquely designed to spark your imagination and curiosity while bringing the W experience to life for guests.

CURATING ORIGINALITY TAKES TALENT

W Brisbane located at 81 N Quay, Brisbane City QLD 4000 is hiring a Sommelier. We are looking for a trained, experienced sommelier with a strong knowledge and understanding of food and wine who has a genuine passion and love for the hospitality industry.
WSET and or CMS education is preferred but not essential however a passion for wine and service is. You must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment within a diverse, dynamic team and availability during nights and weekends is required.  This is a hands-on role with focus on service delivery.

You will be a trained wine professional responsible for curating, managing, and presenting the W Brisbane wine program to enhance the overall guest experience. You will work closely with the culinary team to develop wine pairings that complement the menu, provide expert advice to guests on wine selection, and oversee the proper storage, service, and inventory of wines.

The Ideal Candidate will have

·  Experience as Sommelier / Wine Waitstaff in a fine dining and/or high volume restaurant
·  Strong knowledge in local, national and international wine
·  Passion for wine and the industry
·  Exceptional service skills
·  Excellent communication and organisation
·  Ability to assist in the day to day operations
·  Adaptable, flexible and able to work in a high pressure environment
·  Possess a valid Certificate of Responsible Service of Alcohol
·  WSET or CMS qualification or equivalent advantageous
·  Available to work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays

 

BENEFITS

·  The best hotel training opportunities produced independently by W Brisbane and internationally recognized training programs by Marriott International
·  ‘Great Places to Work’ certified
·  Discounts on hotel rooms including all properties within the Marriott International group, for you and your family & friends
·  Discounts on food & beverage across all our hotels
·  Recognition programs to keep you motivated
·  Wellbeing & mindfulness programs to ensure you stay healthy
·  Employee Assistance Program

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DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

 

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.