Sommelier

We are looking for an engaging and passionate Sommelier to join our team! This is the perfect role for anyone looking to further their wine education while working with a globally influenced, classic yet modern wine list in a Michelin Starred environment. One White Street has held Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence since 2023, and has been recognized with nominations through Star Wine List New York as well as global awards with The World of Fine Wine- World's Best Wine Lists.

POSITION SUMMARY: Sommeliers are responsible for delivering excellent wine service and hospitality while demonstrating strong product knowledge in a fast paced yet intimate environment. Training and development is an important part of One White Street and there are opportunities for Sommeliers to participate in wine industry tastings/events, wine team education with our Wine Director, tastings with visiting winemakers and more.

Sommeliers work as part of the service team, in dedicated sections each shift along with a Server, Assistant Server, and Food Runner. Sommeliers act as leaders on the floor, driving service and enhancing the guest experience through all beverage offerings including wine pairings, wines by the glass, and a 1700+ selection wine list.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Service and Operations

• Service based role delivering consistently excellent wine service at One White Street
• Supporting the Wine Director to ensure that the wine program is run successfully both operationally and financially
• Participate in monthly beverage inventory
• Focusing on wine service during each shift, setting up and breaking down thoughfully and effieciently, daily and weekly administrative procedures
• Working with the Wine Director to execute, maintain and improve the wine program
• Embody and uphold the One White Street values
• Demonstrate and maintain excellent product knowledge
• Participate in all steps of service as needed during shift
• Present the wine list to guests, make recommendations, answer questions
• Follow responsible alcohol service guidelines
• Update knowledge and skills continually by participating in, and leading staff trainings

Brand

• Understand and communicate One White Street’s values and brand philosophy to customers and staff and set the tone for a positive work environment
• Promote the company vision while establishing us as an innovator within our industry
• Walks the talk with who we are and what we stand for internally and externally
• Brings to life a guest-centric vision with our restaurant operation

Additional Skills and Responsibilities

• Shows a desire to learn about wine and develop within our company
• Demonstrates good organizational skills with an eye for detail
• Exude excellence in hospitality 
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Self-driven, results-oriented, and a passion for excellence
• Highly effective communicator through email, phone, video, and in person

• 2+ years of sommelier experience in a restaurant
• TIPS certification preferred
• Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs
• Proficient in a variety of technology systems, especially Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and POS systems (Toast)
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business 
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform essential functions 
• Ability to perform essential job functions when working under stress, in fast-paced environments 

One White Street provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.