Major Food Group is hiring a Sommelier to join our team at Dirty French Steakhouse!

Located in the heart of Miami’s Brickell neighborhood, Dirty French Steakhouse is a glamorous, high-energy steakhouse from Major Food Group that breathes new life into the storied genre while remaining true to its history. The menu combines the finest meat and fish, sourced from the world’s most esteemed purveyors, with French influences and an irresistible flair for bold flavors. Our wine list, which exceeds 700 bottles and is one of the most remarkable in the country, only adds to the restaurant’s spirit of sophisticated decadence.

MFG is hiring passionate and experienced Sommeliers with a strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of service and professionalism.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu
• Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing
• Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu compliments the items on our food and dessert menu
• Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards
• Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable
• Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests
• Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials
• Follow and adhere to all standards set for by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards
• Perform all other duties as instructed by management

 REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an 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 & holidays
• Positive attitude
• A “guest-first” mindset
• A passion for providing exemplary guest service
• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Clean and organized working habits
• A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
• Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease  
• Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively

 BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.