Sommelier

About the role

TU Holdings Group is hiring a full-time Sommelier in Abu Dhabi. The Sommelier manages the restaurant's wine programme, recommends wines to guests, ensures proper wine service and maintains the wine inventory and cellar.

Key responsibilities

• Recommend wines and beverages to guests based on their preferences and menu selections.
• Provide professional wine service according to restaurant standards.
• Develop and maintain the restaurant's wine list in coordination with management.
• Ensure proper storage, handling and rotation of wines and beverages.
• Conduct wine tastings and train staff on wine knowledge and food pairings.
• Monitor wine inventory and stock levels and place orders when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of wine sales and inventory.
• Build relationships with wine suppliers and distributors.
• Assist guests with pairing wines to complement meals.
• Ensure compliance with local alcohol regulations and responsible service practices.
• Support the restaurant team during busy service periods and keep the wine cellar and beverage stations clean and organised.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Sommelier or in a similar beverage service role.
• Certification in wine studies or sommelier training is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails and food pairings.
• Excellent communication, customer service and sales abilities.
• Good organisational and inventory management skills.
• Knowledge of international wine regions and vintages.
• Upselling and sales techniques, leadership and team training abilities, attention to detail.