Sommelier at Yamada
Job Description
The wine program is curated by Louis Andia and Chef Yamada-San, featuring a unique comprehensive wine list specifically designed to compliment Chef Yamada- San's Kaiseki menu. Featuring the best producers from Italy, France, and the U.S.A and around the globe. The restaurants design is a minimalistic style, channeling crisp, clean, modern and traditional sophistication.
Ideal Candidates Possess:
* Warm and gracious service approach
* High level functioning and poised demeanor in busy environments
* Strong knowledge in wine & spirits, with an emphasis on European wines
* Comfort in service and fluency with older wines, vintage variation, and refined dining room service
* Familiarity with progressive, trend-setting & contemporary wines
* Experience in cellar organisation
* Ability to assume full responsibility for menu content and deliver excellent service
* Previous experience with POS and inventory systems
* The ability to lift 25+ pounds
* Comfortable speaking in front of a large group
* Sake knowledge prefered
* Open availability and career driven a must
* Previous experience with Japanese cuisine
Required Skills
Wine Service
Wine Knowledge
Food and Beverage Pairing
Wine Cellar Organization
Inventory Management
Service Procedures
Glassware Knowledge
Fine Dining Service
Customer Service
Regional Wine Knowledge - France, Italy, Spain
Beverage Service
Beverage Knowledge
The position requires a minimum of three years of similar professional experience in an upscale dining environment, a teamwork mindset, discipline, a strive for excellence and learning. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality and possess strong communication skills.
If you are interested in joining a company that values dedication, hard work and a commitment to genuine hospitality, please apply to this application or submit your resume to << removed email >>
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