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Head Wine Sommelier
Salary To be discussed
Schedule Full Time
Experience Minimum 4 years of experience
Location Ashford Castle, Ashford Castle Estate, Cong, Co. Mayo, F31 CA48, Ireland
Category Hotel

Head Wine Sommelier


Description
We are currently looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Head Wine Sommelier to join the team at Ashford Castle.

Key responsibilities of the Head Wine Sommelier will include:

• Oversee the effective operations of the Ashford Castle Sommelier Team, leading the team in ensuring that we meet & exceed Guests expectations regarding the service of all wines and beverages
• To be responsible for the ordering, storing, stocktaking and serving of all beverages in the restaurant and throughout the hotel
• Working closely with Restaurant Manager and Executive Head Chef regarding the implementation and sourcing of a balanced wine list that complements the restaurant menu
• Meeting with potential clients to assist in selecting wines for functions, ensuring they are in stock, stored appropriately and the correct temperature prior to the event taking place
• Ensuring that all bar and waiting staff’s wine knowledge is at an acceptable level, and provide training where required
• To carry out performance management techniques including appraisals with the Sommelier Team, in line with RCH Policies & Procedures
• To be proactive about generating sales for the hotel – approaching guests and availing of all opportunities for maximising revenues for the department
• To assist in the preparation of George V Dining Room in hands on capacity for lunch and dinner wine service. To assist in morning service which includes glass washing, table preparation, table service, when required by management
• Leading the Sommelier team in ascertaining guest satisfaction, confidently offering suggestions, and responding urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
• Providing the Guest, at all times, with the highest levels of guest care and personal attention, where possible anticipating the guests needs and initiating actions to exceed expectations where possible

The ideal candidate for the Head Wine Sommelier position should:

• Have previous sommelier experience within the 5 star hospitality environment
• Have interest & passion for wine service and a qualification in this area (WSET Level 2 or above)
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Have strong attention to detail
• Have strong leadership & people management skills
• Have the ability to handle busy situations and manage your workload effectively
• Have a friendly & outgoing personality
• Be enthusiastic & flexible (need to work 5 days over 7 day period, inclusive of some weekends)
• Be legally eligible to work in Ireland

Some of the Benefits available to the team:

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities to give you a career path
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Free meals on duty
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family owned hotel business renowned for providing the perfect opportunity to those who are looking for an exciting career, family feel and job security within the hospitality industry. We truly recognise that only through our people can we provide service to our guests, which is personal, memorable, imaginative and friendly.

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection provides an opportunity for long-term career prospects and has been recognised with a Gold Standard Award Investors in People - the first hospitality company to gain this award on a worldwide basis and retain it for ten years. We were also the first hotel collection to be awarded a Princess Royal Training Award. As a result we can confidently promise you will reach your full career potential!

We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
We are currently looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Head Wine Sommelier to join the team at Ashford Castle.

Key responsibilities of the Head Wine Sommelier will include:

• Oversee the effective operations of the Ashford Castle Sommelier Team, leading the team in ensuring that we meet & exceed Guests expectations regarding the service of all wines and beverages
• To be responsible for the ordering, storing, stocktaking and serving of all beverages in the restaurant and throughout the hotel
• Working closely with Restaurant Manager and Executive Head Chef regarding the implementation and sourcing of a balanced wine list that complements the restaurant menu
• Meeting with potential clients to assist in selecting wines for functions, ensuring they are in stock, stored appropriately and the correct temperature prior to the event taking place
• Ensuring that all bar and waiting staff’s wine knowledge is at an acceptable level, and provide training where required
• To carry out performance management techniques including appraisals with the Sommelier Team, in line with RCH Policies & Procedures
• To be proactive about generating sales for the hotel – approaching guests and availing of all opportunities for maximising revenues for the department
• To assist in the preparation of George V Dining Room in hands on capacity for lunch and dinner wine service. To assist in morning service which includes glass washing, table preparation, table service, when required by management
• Leading the Sommelier team in ascertaining guest satisfaction, confidently offering suggestions, and responding urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
• Providing the Guest, at all times, with the highest levels of guest care and personal attention, where possible anticipating the guests needs and initiating actions to exceed expectations where possible

The ideal candidate for the Head Wine Sommelier position should:

• Have previous sommelier experience within the 5 star hospitality environment
• Have interest & passion for wine service and a qualification in this area (WSET Level 2 or above)
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Have strong attention to detail
• Have strong leadership & people management skills
• Have the ability to handle busy situations and manage your workload effectively
• Have a friendly & outgoing personality
• Be enthusiastic & flexible (need to work 5 days over 7 day period, inclusive of some weekends)
• Be legally eligible to work in Ireland

Some of the Benefits available to the team:

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities to give you a career path
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Free meals on duty
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family owned hotel business renowned for providing the perfect opportunity to those who are looking for an exciting career, family feel and job security within the hospitality industry. We truly recognise that only through our people can we provide service to our guests, which is personal, memorable, imaginative and friendly.

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection provides an opportunity for long-term career prospects and has been recognised with a Gold Standard Award Investors in People - the first hospitality company to gain this award on a worldwide basis and retain it for ten years. We were also the first hotel collection to be awarded a Princess Royal Training Award. As a result we can confidently promise you will reach your full career potential!

We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.

Details
Salary To be discussed
Schedule Full Time
Experience Minimum 4 years of experience
Location Ashford Castle, Ashford Castle Estate, Cong, Co. Mayo, F31 CA48, Ireland
Category Hotel

Skills
Fluent in English
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Ashford Castle, Ashford Castle Estate, Cong, Co. Mayo, F31 CA48, Ireland