Astra Falls Creek - Sommelier - Winter 2023 - Live and work in the snow
Traverse Alpine Group, Australia
Job Description
POSITONS AVAILABLE: Sommelier
LOCATION: Falls Creek, VIC 3699
START DATE: June 2023
Traverse Alpine Group is an experienced hospitality operator with a demonstrated track record in delivering a high standard of food and beverage services in remote areas. Traverse Alpine Group is the largest hospitality employer in Falls Creek and is now hiring for Astra Falls Creek, Huski Kitchen, Frying Pan Inn and Cloud 9. Our employee program has a balance of career growth and lifestyle. Numerous positions available ranging from Salary, Full Time, Part Time and Casual appointments. Commencement Date: June 2023.
We are now looking for a passionate Sommelier to continue to develop the fabulous reputation that Astra Falls Creek has established since opening over the past few years. We are looking for someone passionate about delivering exemplary guest experiences, developing passion in the team and continuing to build on our success surpassing goals.
If you are naturally passionate, energetic and motivated and take great pride in your work, you are exactly what we are looking for. The successful candidate will be reliable, punctual and hardworking, have sound communication skills and a passion to exceed customer expectations every time.
Responsibilities
- Create and update the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Food and Beverage Manager
- Recommend food and wine pairings
- Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
- Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
- Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
- Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
- Manage wine cellar and ensure it’s fully-stocked
- Train wait staff on available wines
- Negotiate purchase prices with vendors
- Organize wine tasting days or wine of the month events
- Ask guests for ID to verify legal drinking age
- Comply with all health and safety regulations
Requirements
- Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role
- Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
- Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type
- Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries
- Understanding of the winemaking process
- Good communication skills
- Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays
- Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality is a plus
Benefits
- Accommodation and staff meals are offered within our group at a fraction of the cost.
- Award winning large hospitality group with room to grow and succeed.
- Choose a seasonal role or stay with us for a year round role moving between our 8 venues (and growing!) in Falls Creek (VIC), Bright (VIC) amp; Albury (NSW)
- For those who love to ski or snowboard, we offer winter employment in Falls Creek with the largest hospitality group and a number of venues to learn new skills in and work with some amazing and talented staff.