Jean-Georges Management is built on a powerful culinary foundation and has evolved into a reputable and award winning restaurant group. From inception, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten placed emphasis on the importance of providing the very best in culinary and tailored hospitality, which has resulted in the success of an acclaimed constellation of international restaurants. With over 25 restaurants located in 5 countries, we continuously strive towards excellence and rely on the support of our culinary and hospitality team members to contribute to our worldwide operations. 

Scope of Position

The Sommelier will assist in directing and organizing the Beverage Program in order to maintain high standards of quality and service while maximizing profits.

Organizational Structure

The Sommelier will report directly to the Restaurant General Manager and Wine Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

•Work the floor during service with an emphasis on beverage sales. Up-sell at all possible opportunities 
•Maintain a high quality level of service regarding body language, eye contact and proper verbiage and seek to positively enhance the guest experience throughout the evening. 
•Maintain thorough knowledge of all wine, saké, beer, spirits, specialty cocktails, teas and sodas and all non-alcoholic beverages. 
•Assist Beverage Manager in ordering all bar products-liquor, beer, wine and consumables to par, as required 
•Assist in preparing for and performing weekly inventory of all beverage department products, as required 
•Assist in researching and conducting comprehensive beverage training for FOH staff, working in conjunction with Corporate Beverage Director 
•Assist in maintaining beverage encyclopedia 
•Oversee maintenance/cleanliness of all decanters, wine stations and all storage areas pertaining to beverage 
•Open & close as needed 
•Additional duties may be added as deemed necessary the Corporate Beverage Director, General Manager or Beverage Manager

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

•Provide excellent service at all time to all of our guests 
•Respond to all guest questions. Provide guest assistance, direction and information as requested when working in public areas 
•Extensive knowledge of food and beverage in order to service and up sell our product, including liquors and cocktails. 
•Attend all food and beverage training classes 
•Following the posted opening and closing duties and side work sheet 
•Attend daily pre-meal/communication meeting

Mandatory Requirements 

•Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language. 
•Willing to work a flexible schedule and holidays. 
•Be a self-motivator and motivator of others 
•Work in a safe, prudent and organized manner. 
•Have an in-depth knowledge of food and preparation 
•Be able to relate to all levels of guests and management. 
•Have a minimum of 2 years experience in similar position 
•Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time 
•Have excellent communication and organization skills 
•Maintain a clean and healthy personal hygiene and grooming

Ability To Lift 40+ Lbs

Basic Floor Service

Beer Knowledge

Budget/cost Analysis

Cellar Organization

Classic Wine Service Expertise

Classic Wine Service Knowledge

Creating A Wine Program From The Ground Up