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About the Role
MML Hospitality is seeking a knowledgeable, passionate, and hospitality-driven Sommelier to enhance the guest experience through thoughtful wine recommendations, exceptional service, and a deep understanding of our beverage program. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in wine education, experience in high-volume or fine dining environments, and a genuine enthusiasm for sharing their knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional wine service and personalized recommendations that complement the menu and enhance the overall guest experience.
- Guide guests through the wine list, offering thoughtful pairings based on individual preferences and dining selections.
- Support the management and execution of the restaurant's wine and beverage program.
- Maintain wine inventory, including ordering, receiving, storage, organization, and inventory counts.
- Ensure proper wine handling, presentation, and service standards are consistently upheld.
- Partner with culinary and service teams to develop and communicate food and wine pairings.
- Lead wine education and training sessions to strengthen the service team's beverage knowledge and confidence.
- Assist with maintaining and updating wine lists, ensuring accuracy, availability, and alignment with the restaurant's concept.
- Build strong relationships with wine distributors, vendors, and industry partners.
- Monitor wine costs, inventory levels, and sales performance to support beverage profitability.
- Maintain a strong presence on the floor, assisting the service team and creating memorable guest interactions.
- Uphold all MML Hospitality service standards and applicable alcohol service regulations.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a Sommelier or wine-focused hospitality role, preferably within an upscale or fine dining restaurant.
- Strong knowledge of Old World and New World wines, varietals, regions, producers, and food pairings.
- Experience with wine inventory management, purchasing, and cost controls.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to make wine approachable for guests with varying levels of knowledge.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.
- Ability to work collaboratively with culinary, beverage, and restaurant leadership teams.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
- Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices and applicable local regulations.
Skills
- Wine education
- Wine recommendations
- Beverage program management
- Wine inventory management
- Wine ordering
- Wine receiving
- Wine storage
- Wine organization
- Inventory counts
- Wine handling
- Wine presentation
- Service standards
- Food and wine pairing
- Wine list maintenance
- Vendor relations
- Cost controls
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Responsible alcohol service
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years of experience
Education Level
- Wine certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or a comparable program preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- MML Property Discounts
- Beverage Education Reimbursement
- Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Collaborative and Hospitality-Driven Team Environment
About the Company
- At MML Hospitality, we create memorable experiences through thoughtful food, service, and design.
- Led by Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert, MML is known for exceptional hospitality, distinctive concepts, and an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail.
- Our portfolio includes restaurants, hotels, and retail concepts across the country, each offering a unique experience rooted in its community.
- We are passionate about building talented teams that share our dedication to hospitality and creating meaningful guest experiences.