Sommelier

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.  Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Location

Overview

We are seeking a Sommelier to oversee the wine menu and offer recommendations on the best pairings. This Sommelier will supervise wine service, collaborating with winemakers to upgrade selections, and providing wine recommendations to guests.  The ideal candidate should demonstrate a passion for wine alongside a warm, dynamic personality, strong knowledge of food and wine pairings, and exceptional interpersonal skills.  

Responsibilities

• Create and update wine lists with the chefs and manager 

• Make informed recommendations on food and wine pairings 

• Ensure that the wine cellar is fully stocked and manage inventory 

• Inform guests about the variety of wines available, and recommend wines according to their preferences 

• Train team members on available wines and wine program 

• Organize wine tasting events 

• Comply with health and safety regulations 

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge on old world wine is preferred 

• Previous experience as a sommelier, wine steward, or in a wine-related luxury hospitality role 

• An understanding of the wine making process 

• Available to work weekends, and holidays