Sommelier
Crown Shy
70 Pine Street, New York, NY
Crown Shy hiring Sommelier in New York, NY

Crown Shy hiring Sommelier in New York, NY

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Full Time • Hourly ($11.00) plus tips
Expired: Feb 14, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Crown Shy is the first solo project of Chef James Kent. Inspired by James’s upbringing in downtown New York and his experience leading the city’s most celebrated kitchens, Crown Shy is a neighborhood seasonal restaurant elevated by fine dining training and technique.

Located on the ground floor of Art Deco masterpiece 70 Pine Street, the dining room and bar occupy a series of rooms with floor to 16-foot-ceiling windows leading to an open kitchen.

The food at Crown Shy is rooted in European technique but draws inspiration from around the world, primarily the flavors from our childhoods, traveling, and the diverse cuisine in New York City.

Crown Shy has been awarded 1 Michelin star & 2 stars by the NYT and has been acknowledged as one of the most popular new restaurants in the city by multiple publications.

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As a Sommelier at Crown Shy you are responsible for helping to maintain the integrity of the wine program while facilitating proper wine service in our dining room. you are responsible for not only thoughtful, attentive wine service, but also a general helpful demeanor towards colleagues with a keen sense of guest’s needs. The Sommelier should work closely with the Server team to ensure guest satisfaction and smooth service. 

The wine list is an eclectic mix of wines from every major winegrowing region of the world. We will strive to showcase true diversity in our wine offerings with an innate understanding of historic regional significance and a forward-thinking view towards up and coming potential. An open mind and passion for great wine of varying provenance will allow us to build a legendary wine program that truly speaks to the potential of an international wine list.

Crown Shy believes in a ‘whole house’ mentality and we expect all departments (Pastry, Savory, Dining Room, and Facilities) to support and motivate each other to achieve our goal of guest satisfaction. As a Server, you will interact with all of these departments regularly and should be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with your co workers & managers.

The Sommelier position available is a full time position requiring availability on weeknights and weekends.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Have a warm, positive, and noticeably appreciative demeanor towards guests and colleagues
  • Must demonstrate strong food, wine, and spirits knowledge and eagerness to continue education
  • Be comfortable using a digital point of sales system. 
  • Be able to effectively communicate, give and take constructive criticism, and productively lead in a small team dynamic.
  • Must be able to easily adapt and improvise in order to personalize service for each guest
  • Must have a strong focus, heightened attention to detail, precise organizational skills and a passion for the hospitality industry
  • Have full schedule availability, including weekends and holidays

SERVICE
  • The Sommelier is responsible for but is not limited to the following tasks
    • Coordinating polished and personalized wine service for each table with the assistance of the Captain and Front Server
    • Engaging in thoughtful yet concise conversation with the guest
    • Managing and maintaining a multiple-table section following the required steps of service 
    • Learning and maintaining menu and beverage knowledge
    • Maintaining warm and professional composure with colleagues and guests

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • The Sommelier should
    • Be able to stand for extended periods of time [over 5 hours]
    • Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds steadily 
    • Be comfortable bending, sitting, walking extended distances including up and down flights of stairs, and moving. 
    • Be comfortable with heights, elevators and small spaces.

HERE’S WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package [medical, vision, dental]
  • Pre-Tax Deductions for Commuters
  • Paid Time Off
  • EAP
  • Provide a work environment where you and your guests will want to return
  • Provide opportunities for growth within the Hospitality industry
  • Referral program ($500 per referral)


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($11.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Strong Food, Wine, and Spirits Knowledge

Eagerness to Continue Education in Food, Wine, and Spirits

Ability to Adapt and Improvise Personalized Service for Each Guest

Comfortable Using a Digital Point of Sales System

Effective Communication and Leadership in a Small Team Dynamic

Effective Communication Skills

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to Give and Take Constructive Criticism

Ability to Lift and Carry 50 Pounds

Leadership Skills in a Small Team Dynamic

Comfortable Standing for Extended Periods of Time

Adaptability and Improvisation Skills for Personalized Guest Service

Comfortable With Heights, Elevators, and Small Spaces

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Passion for the Hospitality Industry

Physical Endurance for Standing, Lifting, Carrying, Bending, and Walking

Comfort With Heights, Elevators, and Small Spaces

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Part of Kent Hospitality Group

Crown Shy is the first solo project of Chef James Kent. Inspired by James’ upbringing in downtown New York and his experience leading the city’s most celebrated kitchens, Crown Shy is a neighborhood seasonal restaurant elevated by fine dining training and technique.

Located on the ground floor of Art Deco masterpiece 70 Pine Street, the dining room and bar occupy a series of rooms with floor to 16-foot-ceiling windows leading to an open kitchen.

The food at Crown Shy is rooted in European technique but draws inspiration from around the world, primarily the flavors from our childhoods, traveling, and the diverse cuisine in New York City.

At the end of the day, we are committed to creating and cultivating restaurants where E V E R Y O N E is eager to return.

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