Sommelier

Noury is a new, lively izakaya wine bar in the heart of SoHo, opening in June. It’s the second project from the team behind the restaurant, Kiko, located in Hudson Square.

Noury Wine Bar is looking for a SOMMELIER who is committed to creating an unforgettable dining experience for our guests, educating our staff and growing our business. Noury is owned by husband & wife team, Chef Alex Chang and sommelier, Lina Goujjane. Located on Sullivan Street, Noury intends to become a permanent fixture in downtown Manhattan. We celebrate the best of Japanese izakaya dining, known for a social atmosphere where guests can happily enjoy small plates paired with drinks like sake, wine & beer. 

Job knowledge and skills (including, but not limited to):

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role; Sommelier Certification recommended, but not required. 
• Must have extensive European wine knowledge (Regions, producers, vintages, etc.) and be passionate about the world of wine.
• Must have knowledge and/or curiosity of sake (prefectures, producers, brewing methods, styles, etc.)
• Must possess superior people skills. 
• Must have a strong knowledge of food and beverage pairings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Willing to curate a dining experience, ensuring proper food and beverage orders are taken.
• Work harmoniously with the entire front of the house team to educate staff; train team members in order to maximize their understanding of wine and proper service techniques including glassware, pour levels, storage, beverage pairings and the ability to understand guest preferences.
• Develop a training program for all team members to improve their knowledge of wine tasting and wine service.
• Work with all team members to expedite and provide excellent service to all guests; assist members and guests during the services with wine recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their meal, decanting of the wine and wine service.
• Maintain beverage lists to be accurate, up to date and free of errors.
• Manage inventory.
• Receive and stock product; Must be able to repeatedly lift and move 40-pound boxes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management. 
• Proper grooming and professional appearance.

Noury is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.