Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
- Sommelier will work in conjunction with Floor Managers, and provide assistance to maintaining the beverage program
- Oversees the serving and storage of wine; ensure wines are served in the correct glassware and at the proper temperature; maintain stock of all beverages according to service needs and ensure the team is prepared for a successful service
- Train and educate FOH on the wine list for new hires and provide continued education for existing staff members
- Assist Beverage Director in managing the day-to-day needs of the beverage program (POS management, communicating ordering needs, inventory, menu updates, timely staff updates, storage, etc.).
- Provide guidance recommendations to guests on wine selection, food pairings, and wine service, enhancing their dining experience and satisfaction.
- Stay current with industry trends, wine regions, grape varieties, and production methods, continually expanding and updating wine knowledge.
- Assist other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management.
- Knowledge in natural and sustainable wines a plus!
Requirements:
Qualified Sommeliers must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:
- At least 3 years of experience (preferably in a Sommelier role).
- Possess exceptional floor presence.
- Must be able to demonstrate an extensive depth of knowledge on wine.
- Skilled in impeccable wine service and sharing wine knowledge with guests and service staff
- Previous experience working as a floor sommelier is encouraged but not required assuming you can provide adequate working knowledge of our wine list.
- Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or similar certification programs are encouraged but not required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs or a case of wine as needed.
- Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($17.00) plus tips
Required Skills
Work in Conjunction With Floor Managers
Teamwork
Maintain Beverage Program
Communication Skills
Oversee Serving and Storage of Wine
Customer Service Orientation
Problem Solving Skills
Ensure Correct Glassware and Temperature for Wine Service
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The Russian Tea Room is a treasured, globally-renowned cultural institution and an enchanting, magical place where people of all ages and backgrounds have been having unforgettable dining & celebratory experiences for 96 years.
Simultaneously a sanctuary of refinement, fine cuisine and elegance, and a bastion of delicious, decadent, glamorous fun, the Russian Tea Room provides a luxurious, world-class experience that is universally accessible and provides unparalleled quality and exceptional value.
Universally adored since opening, many of New York's defining cultural moments have taken place at The Russian Tea Room.
Since being founded by members of the Russian Imperial Ballet in 1927, The Russian Tea Room has been a second home for boldface names and the intellectual elite - an exclusive enclave where actors, writers, politicians, and executives plan their next deals and celebrate their friends’ latest Carnegie Hall performances.
Awards / Distinctions
2001
