Wine Sommelier

A fine dining Chinese restaurant concept helmed by award-winning Chef. Crafting unique flavours elevated with quality handpicked ingredients to reinvent classic dishes with a twist, we aim to provide a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests through high-end hospitality standards and a feast for the senses. Perfect for intimate gatherings, business meetings or events, the restaurant encompasses a mix of seating options suitable for every occasion.

As The Wine Sommelier, We Rely On You To

• Enhance guests' dining experience by skillfully pair alcoholic beverages with food
• Employ upselling techniques to increase beverage sales and enhance guests’ satisfaction
• Organize the physical placement of wine and liquor in cellars and cabinets in alignment with the beverage list
• Solicit and relay guests’ feedback to the management team for continuous improvement of the beverage list
• Collaborate with the management team to identify opportunities for upselling and stock management
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of the wine and liquor inventory to meet guest demands
• Assess product quality and build rapport with suppliers/ vendors to ensure optimum quality standards
• Maximize sales opportunities through effective beverage sales strategies
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the beverage menu and products to provide excellent service
• Supervise team members, provide training and development plans to enhance their skills, service techniques and performance
• Train other service team members on wine knowledge and techniques of presenting, opening, decanting and serving
• Adhere to the compliance of sanitation and safety regulations
• Any other duties as assigned

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has

• Preferable Degree or Certificate in Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience working in a preopening team would be advantageous
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of knowledge of wines, liquors, and cocktails
• Extensive knowledge on wines and able to provide the best recommendations for wine pairing with food to our guests
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate strong leadership and motivational abilities
• Comfortable with flexible work hours including shifts, split shifts, weekends, and public holidays

We Offer

• 5-day work week
• Competitive salary package
• Bonus
• Annual cash flexible benefits
• Annual leave starting from 14 days
• Meal benefits
• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day
• Company welfare initiatives and team events

If you think you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you – apply today!

Only Singaporeans/ Singapore Permanent Residents may apply. #gaiaculinary