Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
Major Food Group is hiring a Sommelier to join our team at Dirty French!
Located in the Ludlow Hotel on Manhattan’s storied Lower East Side, Dirty French is an energetic bistro created by the acclaimed hospitality brand Major Food Group and its co-founders Jeff Zalaznick, Mario Carbone, and Rich Torrisi. The restaurant takes its culinary cues from the timeless dishes of the classic French tradition and enlivens them by utilizing modern techniques and bold, thrilling flavors. Among many accolades, Dirty French holds a glowing two stars from the New York Times.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu
- Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing
- Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu compliments the items on our food and dessert menu
- Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards
- Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable
- Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests
- Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials
- Follow and adhere to all standards set for by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards
- Perform all other duties as instructed by management
REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant
- WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred
- Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques
- Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays
- Positive attitude
- A “guest-first” mindset
- A passion for providing exemplary guest service
- Strong attention to detail
- Sense of urgency
- Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hours; bend, push, pull; lift 30 lbs.
- Clean and organized working habits
- A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
- Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease
- Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively
BENEFITS:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
- Growth Opportunities
- Progressive Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Dining Allowance
- Unlimited Referral Program
- TransitChek Discount
Equal Employment Opportunity
Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($17.00) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Customer Relationship Management
Customer Focused Approach
Wine Knowledge
Adaptability to Changing Situations
Problem Solving Skills
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Dirty French is a New York bistro created by Major Food Group’s Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi and Jeff Zalaznick. The restaurant takes its culinary cues from the timeless dishes and preparations of the classic French bistro and enlivens them utilizing modern techniques and bold flavors. Dishes like Duck à l’Orange with ras el hanout and preserved oranges and Trout Amandine with sesame and apricots remain true to their French roots but are restyled with flavors that explore the breadth and depth of the global French culinary influence. Dirty French is located in the Ludlow Hotel in Manhattan’s storied Lower East Side.
