Sommelier

The team from Golden Diner is seeking an experienced sommelier
Opening February 2025, we’re seeking experienced servers to join our team for an exciting dual-concept project. Two distinct yet complementary dining experiences will be brought under one roof: Golden HOF and NY Kimchi.

For more information, read our article on grubstreet!
https://www.grubstreet.com/article/golden-diner-expands-with-ny-kimchi-and-golden-hof-nyc.html 

• Wine Sales and Pairing: Help guests navigate the wine list with confidence, providing recommendations that complement our bold, Korean-inspired dishes.
• Unpretentious Approach: Engage guests in an approachable, dynamic way, ensuring they feel comfortable and excited about their wine choices.
• Education and Enthusiasm: Share insights into the wine list’s design, including classic versus unconventional wines, while celebrating the unique selections offered.
• Collaboration: Work closely with servers and bartenders to ensure a seamless guest experience across both NY Kimchi and Golden HOF spaces.
• Quality Service: Deliver high-touch service in a fast-paced environment while maintaining an upbeat, positive energy.
• Inventory Management: Assist with wine inventory, ensuring stock is up-to-date and well-maintained.

• A certified sommelier or equivalent experience with a strong passion for wine.
• An understanding of both high-end wines and approachable, diverse selections.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a dynamic, unpretentious demeanor.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Interest in Korean cuisine and culture is a plus.

• The opportunity to shape the wine program in an innovative, non-traditional environment.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Training on the unique concepts and offerings of Golden HOF and NY Kimchi.

If you’re ready to bring your wine expertise and passion to a bold, adventurous dining concept, apply today to join the team at NY Kimchi as a sommelier!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Weekend + Holiday availability a must! 
• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional basis).
• Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
• Climbing steps regularly.