About this role
Company Description
A luxury hospitality brand for modern travelers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world’s most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.
Job Description
The Junior Sommelier oversees the outlet's bar operations and other bartenders' work to ensure that they provide positive customer experience. He/She ensures the smooth running of the bar. He/She should also be skilled in serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to restaurant and bar patrons. He/She may serve beer and wine, make classic drinks or create new recipes for cocktails.
Support the ordering and receiving of wine deliveries.
- Ensure Provide wine recommendations and pairings to guests based on their preferences and menu choices.
- Serve wine and beverages professionally, following proper service techniques.
- Maintain knowledge of the wine list, including wine regions, vintages, varietals, and producers.
- Assist with wine inventory, stock rotation, and cellar organization.
- Participate in regular wine tastings and training sessions.
- proper storage, handling, and presentation of all wines.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the wine cellar and service areas.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging wine producers or regions.
- Uphold excellent guest service standards and contribute to the overall dining experience.
- Promote continuous development and refinement of cocktails offered at the outlets.
- Implement effective cost control practices.
- Manage POS (micros) buttons and pricing.
- Track and maintain the cocktail menu across all outlets.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of standard drink recipes.
- Set and enforce quality and quantity standards for drinks.
- Conduct regular quality assurance audits across all outlets.
- Lead new beverage promotions and contribute creative ideas to ensure their success.
- Apply knowledge and continual learning to the purchase, storage, and control of bar items.
- Perform opening and closing duties.
- Oversee glassware cleaning, storage, and conduct weekly inventory.
- Support all aspects of guest service and uphold core standards.
- Ensure the bar area maintains a positive visual appeal, including ambiance, cleanliness.
- Maintain a preventive cleaning and maintenance program for glassware and wine service equipment.
- Monitor and manage operating supplies, reporting any maintenance needs.
Qualifications
- 2+ years restaurant and/or luxury wine experience
- Excellent knowledge of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks
- Strong commitment to service
- WSET Level 2 (or equivalent) or a strong interest in pursuing wine education.
Multilingual skills are a plus in international or luxury environments
Additional Information
Relocate to remote area
Other facts
About Minor International
Minor Hotels is a global hospitality leader with over 560 hotels and resorts across six continents, a diverse portfolio of F&B businesses and a selection of luxury transportation services. With over four decades of experience, we build stronger brands, foster lasting partnerships, and drive business success by staying focused on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners.
Our diverse hotel brands - from the luxury of Anantara and Tivoli to the vibrant style of Avani and nhow - bring our guests to the most desirable hotel and resort destinations around the world. We also own a collection of related hospitality businesses, including luxury residences, private jets, restaurants and bars, spa and wellness, and river cruises and rail journeys.
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What you'll do
- The Junior Sommelier oversees bar operations and ensures a positive customer experience. Responsibilities include serving beverages, providing wine recommendations, maintaining inventory, and promoting cocktail development.
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