Sommelier - Highgate Hotels : Job Details

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgates portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industrys most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Edging the bright lights of Broadway and the calm of Bryant Park, The Knickerbocker is a legendary New York landmark reborn as the first luxury hotel in Times Square. Filled with fabled legends, The Knickerbocker once played host to legendary political bigwigs, actresses, oil tycoons and sports figuresand its rumored the martini was invented here in the hotel. While historic details like the hotels gorgeous Beaux-Arts facade remain unchanged, a soothing new luxury aesthetic is offered within. The stunning transformation of this treasured Manhattan monument invites discerning travelers to discover 300 luxe guestrooms and suites boasting incredible views and bespoke furnishings. An air of posh authenticity embraces New York Citys premier luxury lifestyle hotel.

A Sommelier is a wine expert who works in a restaurant, bar, winery, culinary school or retail outlet. They are responsible for creating wine lists, recommending food and wine pairings, and advising guests on wine choices. They collaborate with chefs, manage the wine cellar, and ensure wines are served correctly.

You welcome every guest with a smile, and as an ambassador for the hotel, assist the service team in making sure they are taken care of from the moment they sit down to their last drink. You guide guests through the wine list to assist them in finding the perfect glass or bottle for the meal or occasion. You will complete full wine service on tables that participate for by the bottle service and by the glass service. You are able to discover faults in wine and you are able to pair food and wine perfectly for any guest. In addition to leading wine service during dinner, you are responsible for keep the wine storage stocked and prepared for service. You will assist the Beverage Director in various roles including leading trainings for the service team.

You are passionate and enthusiastic about wine. That passion shows through when you discuss our wine list. Multi-tasking is something that comes naturally to you, as does working under pressure. While youre great in an environment chatting one-on-one with a customer, you thrive just as well with a packed restaurant area. Sophisticated and approachable, you take pride in a well-groomed appearance, and a work environment that allows for that. You can lift 60 pounds. You have a desire to learn more and have a strong sense of organization. You likely have experience in a Forbes five star or Michelin Star environment. Preferably, you have a minimum of 2 years' experience in similar position, and are a Court of Master Sommelier Certified Sommelier or completed WSET Level 2.

Salary Range ($85,000.00 - $100,000.00)