Sommelier – the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre

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JOB DESCRIPTION
 
A Sommelier for the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre is
responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current knowledge
of wines to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting
with achieving departmental targets.
What will I be doing?
As a Sommelier for the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre|
you are responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current
knowledge of wines to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A
Sommelier will also be required to assist in achieving departmental targets.
Specifically| you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to
the highest standards:
Provide professional and current knowledge of wines to guest

Recommend wines to accompany relevant dishes to patron

Describe and up-sell wines to provide excellent customer experienc

Suggest wines to accompany new menus in line with financial budge

Project a professional manner with an emphasis on hospitality and guest service
Strive to achieve departmental targets
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
Attend training provided by the hotel

What are we looking for?

A Sommelier for the Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre is
always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To
successfully fill this role| you should maintain the attitude| behaviours|
skills| and values that follow:

Excellent wine knowledge

Previous experience in a guest service role in the hotel/leisure/retail sector
Excellent grooming standards
Excellent communication skills
Passion and commitment to delivering exceptional levels of guest service
Ability to work on your own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following
capabilities and distinctions:

Luxury hospitality experience in a similar role
Sommelier qualifications
Operations in stand alone restaurant experience

What will it be like to work for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts?

Waldorf Astoria provides guests the exceptional environment and the
personalised attention of True Waldorf Service that creates a singular
experience. If you understand the value of personalised attention and know how
to treat even the most extraordinarily different experiences with the same
rich level of customer service| you may just be the person we are looking for!