Sommelier
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Sommelier

About the job

A Sommelier is responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current knowledge of wines to deliver an excellent guest experience while assisting with achieving departmental
targets.

What will I be doing?
As a Sommelier you are responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current
knowledge of wines to deliver an excellent guest experience . A Sommelier will also be required to
assist in achieving department targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the
following tasks to the highest standards:
• Train existing team, and new comers on wines and wines pairings
• Provide professional and current knowledge of wines to guests.
• Recommend wines to accompany relevant dishes to patrons.
• Describe and up sell wines to provide excellent customer experience.
• Create new and relevant wine lists for all outlets during menu changes and promotions.
• Project a professional manner with an emphasis on hospitality and guest service.
• Serve alcoholic/non alcoholic beverages in conjunction with licensing/liquor regulations for
residents and non residents.
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation.
• Together with the purchasing department, maintain and develop relationships with wine suppliers.
• Ensure wine cellar & wine list is continuously updated and fully stocked.
• To find and drive commercial opportunities related to wine.
  • By agreement
  • Not included
  • What are the Learning Benefits? This is a highly regarded professional experience with global recognition in the profession. This process will be supported by Hilton in terms of both funding and learning support. What are the Team Member Benefits? • Annual bonus scheme – subject of reaching the targets of the hotel, otherwise is not applicable. Eligibility is subject to management team decision and might be changed in upcoming years. Bonus is yearly calculated based on revenue of the hotel and quality rating, can be a maximum of 20% of your annual gross salary. e.g. – gross salary of 20,000 CZK / month = 240,000 CZK / year 5% bonus = 12,000 CZK gross 10% bonus = 24,000 CZK gross 15% bonus = 36,000 CZK gross • GO Hilton travelling program for Team Members starting from 35$/room/night + breakfast included, excluding VAT, based on availability can be used in more than 6500+ properties of Hilton Worldwide • Laundry and dry cleaning of business attire / uniform free of charge in house • Trainings and on-line trainings based on agreement with HR department (Hilton University – actually 5000+ online courses) • Consumption of 25 meals per month at the Team Restaurant “LA CANTINA” free of charge • Contribution for any language course based on agreement with HR department • Multisport card for discounted price of 730 CZK/month (at team member cost)
  • Department: F&B service F&B Management

About you

What are we looking for?

A Sommelier serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with
other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills,
and values that follow:

• Sommelier qualifications
• Good grooming standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion and commitment to delivering exceptional levels of guest service
• Ability to work on your own or in teams

Your plus is
Previous experience as wine waiter/ess /Sommelier
Experience in creating and developing wine lists and menus
  • Language required: English.

The company

Award-winning hotel in the heart of Prague

We are Hilton Prague hotels - Cluster properties 5 minutes walking distance of each other. An ideal location, between the historic Old Town and the business district, combines with great service at Hilton Prague & Hilton Prague Old Town. All of Prague’s major attractions and shopping centers are within easy reach and the airport is just a 25 minute drive away. From delicious cuisine and stylish guest rooms, to our health club and meeting facilities, you’ll find an impressive list of amenities here at the hotel. But just don’t take our word for it – plan your stay and see why we’ve been awarded ‘Best Hotel in the Czech Republic’ for six consecutive years now.

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Sommelier

Prague, Czechia

Full-time, Indefinite

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