La Pecora Bianca is seeking Sommeliers to join our team for the opening of a new upscale wood-fired concept, Lupetto!

La Pecora Bianca is excited to be opening Lupetto, which means “little wolf” in Italian, a new upcoming wood-fired Italian restaurant set in a sophisticated urban setting on the corner of 25th and Broadway. The restaurant is inspired by the tradition of wood fired hearth cooking in Italy, with Chefs Michael Berardino (dell'anima, Rubirosa) and Matt Spivey (Maialino) leading the culinary program. Lupetto will feature Neapolitan style pizza from a wood oven, meat and fish from a wood grill, house-made pastas, and an expansive beverage program featuring the premier wine producers from around the world and a lush craft amari cocktail lounge on the cellar level. The restaurant will have 175 seats set over two floors, and additional outdoor seating later in the summer.

Company Benefits:

• Quality of life: Consistent schedules with consecutive days off
• Gold insurance plan with 75% company contribution for all plans, including family plans
• 401k with company match up to 6%
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Complimentary gym membership
• Quarterly dining stipends
• Commuter benefits, flexible spending and dependent care accounts

Responsibilities:

• Assist guests with wine selection, considering budget and preference when making selections
• Increase average check and overall beverage sales through effective recommendations and sales techniques
• Explain how beverage offerings complement food menu offerings 
• Ensure all wine and beverages are presented and served in line with company service standards
• Prepare and execute staff education regarding beverage offerings 
• Maintain organization of cellar and all beverage storage areas
• Manage all beverage deliveries and invoices
• Keep the teams up to date with any changes to the list or wine program, including vintage changes, new offerings and unavailable items 
• Conduct regular inventories
• Ensure company beverage cost goals are met by implementing cost control practices, inclusive of inventory controls and regular pricing audits 
• Assist with additional managerial responsibilities as delegated by General Manager
• Keep beverage lists and restaurant teams up to date

 Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-4 years experience as Sommelier in upscale, high volume restaurant
• WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred
• Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques
• Availability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift 30+ pounds

Lupetto is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.