Wine Sommelier

About the Restaurant A fine dining Chinese restaurant concept helmed by award-winning Chef. Crafting unique flavours elevated with quality handpicked ingredients to reinvent classic dishes with a twist, we aim to provide a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests through high-end hospitality standards and a feast for the senses. Perfect for intimate gatherings, business meetings or events, the restaurant encompasses a mix of seating options suitable for every occasion. This position will report to the Restaurant Manager. You will lead beverage service excellence by expertly pairing alcoholic beverages with food, driving sales growth, and elevating guest satisfaction through strategic upselling and team leadership. The working location is within walking distance from Bras Basah MRT station and City Hall MRT station. Responsibilities • Enhance guests' dining experience by skillfully pair alcoholic beverages with food • Employ upselling techniques to increase beverage sales and enhance guests’ satisfaction • Organize the physical placement of wine and liquor in cellars and cabinets in alignment with the beverage list • Solicit and relay guests’ feedback to the management team for continuous improvement of the beverage list • Collaborate with the management team to identify opportunities for upselling and stock management • Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of the wine and liquor inventory to meet guest demands • Assess product quality and build rapport with suppliers/ vendors to ensure optimum quality standards • Maximize sales opportunities through effective beverage sales strategies • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the beverage menu and products to provide excellent service • Supervise team members, provide training and development plans to enhance their skills, service techniques and performance • Train other service team members on wine knowledge and techniques of presenting, opening, decanting and serving • Adhere to the compliance of sanitation and safety regulations • Any other duties as assigned Preferred competencies and qualifications • Preferable Degree or Certificate in Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) • 3-5 years of relevant experience in beverage service or related roles • Prior experience working in a preopening team is advantageous • Ability to demonstrate a high level of knowledge of wines, liquors, and cocktails • Extensive knowledge on wines and able to provide the best recommendations for wine pairing with food to our guests • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrate strong leadership and motivational abilities • Comfortable with flexible work hours including shifts, split shifts, weekends, and public holidays By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal data by Gaia Chinese Culinary Pte Ltd for the purposes of processing and assessing the job application, and for other employment-related purposes in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA). You declare that the information provided in your application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any false or misleading information may result in the rejection of application or, if employed, termination of employment.