Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Counter- is not just a restaurant; it is an immersive, full-sensory experience that uses taste, sound, and art to tell a story. Located in West Charlotte, we offer rotating quarterly themed tasting menus—such as "Modern Art," "The Wall," and "Terroir"—where every course is paired with a specific song and narrative. We are a Michelin-starred and Michelin Green Star establishment, committed to sustainability and social equity. Our wine program is a cornerstone of this experience, specifically highlighting stories not often told.
We are seeking a highly creative and technically proficient Junior Sommelier to join our tight-knit team. As the Junior Sommelier, you will be a key role in our dining service, guiding 16–18 guests through complex beverage pairings that must perfectly sync with Chef Sam Hart’s 10- to 14-course menus.
- Pairing Execution: Deliver world-class wine service for our tiered pairing options as well as our curated spirit-free program.
- Storytelling: Verbally present wine selections to guests, connecting the producer’s story and the wine’s profile to the quarterly theme and musical playlist.
- Program Curation: Collaborate with the Beverage Director to maintain a diverse Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence bottle list of 600+ labels.
- Cellar & Inventory Management: Oversee the daily organization of the wine cellar, manage inventory counts, and ensure all wines are stored and served at precise temperatures.
- Staff Education: Lead training sessions for the front-of-house team to ensure deep product knowledge and impeccable service standards.
- Service Excellence: Assist in all aspects of the "shared experience" service, including clearing, resetting, and supporting the kitchen team in our open-counter environment.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $75,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off
Required Skills
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Team Collaboration
Teamwork
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Creativity in Pairing
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International / Fusion, French, Japanese, Korean, Scandinavian, American
Fine Dining
Part of Irreverently Refined Hospitality
Counter- is an intimate, full sensory restaurant experience featuring themed tasting menus created by Executive Chef and Owner Sam Hart. Designed to evoke emotion throughout the dining experience by utilizing sound, taste, and art as a vehicle, the menus rotate quarterly and are driven by sense-based storylines such as music, modern art, and mental health.
Once seated, guests will experience meticulously coursed-out dishes and wine pairings presented by Hart and his team. The wine program is proud to feature a diverse offering that includes female, LGBTQ+, and minority winemakers, alongside a thoughtfully curated non-alcoholic pairing option.
Hart aspires for Counter- to be an incubator for rising star chefs, providing them a place for empowerment, guidance, and inspiration to open their own concepts in Charlotte, while also elevating his hometown’s dining scene.
Awards / Distinctions
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