Sommelier

Hotel Figueroa’s reputation as a magnet for progressive thinkers first put it on the map nearly a century ago—and now, Chef AJ McCloud and Chef Jan Claudio’s culinary artistry keeps visitors and locals coming back in droves. Our restaurants provide an intimate retreat from the bustle of Downtown Los Angeles. Our chefs use the best locally sourced ingredients to create uniquely flavorful, ingredient-forward menus making Hotel Figueroa a sought-after destination for serious foodies. The atmosphere lends homage to the coastal lifestyle where art meets fashion amidst a serene backdrop. Our farm-to-glass cocktails enhance the dining experience and are conversation-starters themselves. Food and beverage will be accompanied by ongoing programming including eclectic poolside vibes with live musicians and performance art in an electric scene that keeps L.A.'s best and brightest buzzing into the wee hours.Sparrow is a modern coastal Italian restaurant located at Hotel Figueroa, the award-winning preserved treasure in Downtown Los Angeles. Sparrow features an expansive menu by Chef AJ McCloud and Chef Jan Claudio consisting of comforting Italian and Mediterranean classics with creative twists, offering a selection of pasta, pizzas, and other wood-fired creations that exude bold flavors and high-quality, sustainable, and organic ingredients. Its cuisines are complemented by adventurous mixology that uses fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the finest spirits to craft dynamic cocktails all rooted in the flavors of Italy. Offering a resort-like respite, Sparrow’s signature design transports guests to the enchanting southern European coast. The restaurant features a cathedral-like entryway, velvet draped arches, modern light fixtures, and the use of marble, tile insets, and wood, all contributing to the romantic Coastal Italian and Mediterranean aesthetic.

Sommelier 

• Monitor wine inventory

• Maintains wine cellar pars

• Wine inventory labeling & Organization  

• Critical aged wines sales target list 

• COGS (beverage) 

• New & current staff Wine Training

• Wine Tasting monthly pre-shift list 

• Program Implementation

• Daily Bar walkthrough

• Administer daily bartender pour test (wine)

• Vendor relations/support

• Menu costing

• Bevinco

• Bevinco oversight and feedback 

• Responsibility of Liquor room

• Steps of service

• Communicate 86 & menu changes

• Wine Vintage clean up - quarterly 

• Wine pairing trainings w/ Culinary 

• Communicate Aloha menu items - buttons and cleanup (Wine)

• Drive incentives to raise wine sales 

• Ongoing staff trainings for Wine  

• Update Beverage training docs with updates 

Daily, Weekly, On-going  

• Curate and Update Wine Lists (Lead by Bev. Director) 

• Works with General Manager and Beverage Director to consistently meet revenue and profitability goals for beverage programs 

• Increase Wine Sales - Revenue & %

• Negotiating pricing with vendors to adhere to COGS

• Organizing and Execute wine tasting events

• Comply with Health & safety regulations 

• Glassware Inventory assistance with decanters, wine chillers, wine glasses etc

• Table touches 

• Wine sales to guests on a nightly basis

• Wine pairings for Guests based on food orders 

• Execute & train proper wine service technique 

• Service Standards implementation 

• Wine inventory/Ordering 

• Ordering and Inventory communication with Beverage manager 

• Daily Bar walkthrough

• Administer daily bartender pour test 

• Vendor relations/support

• Menu costing

• Bevinco

• Bevinco oversight and feedback 

• Responsibility of Wine room

• Steps of service

• Communicate 86 & menu changes

Hotel Figueroa’s reputation as a magnet for progressive thinkers first put it on the map nearly a century ago—and now, Chef AJ McCloud and Chef Jan Claudio’s culinary artistry keeps visitors and locals coming back in droves. Our restaurants provide an intimate retreat from the bustle of Downtown Los Angeles. Our chefs use the best locally sourced ingredients to create uniquely flavorful, ingredient-forward menus making Hotel Figueroa a sought-after destination for serious foodies. The atmosphere lends homage to the coastal lifestyle where art meets fashion amidst a serene backdrop. Our farm-to-glass cocktails enhance the dining experience and are conversation-starters themselves. Food and beverage will be accompanied by ongoing programming including eclectic poolside vibes with live musicians and performance art in an electric scene that keeps L.A.'s best and brightest buzzing into the wee hours.Sparrow is a modern coastal Italian restaurant located at Hotel Figueroa, the award-winning preserved treasure in Downtown Los Angeles. Sparrow features an expansive menu by Chef AJ McCloud and Chef Jan Claudio consisting of comforting Italian and Mediterranean classics with creative twists, offering a selection of pasta, pizzas, and other wood-fired creations that exude bold flavors and high-quality, sustainable, and organic ingredients. Its cuisines are complemented by adventurous mixology that uses fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the finest spirits to craft dynamic cocktails all rooted in the flavors of Italy. Offering a resort-like respite, Sparrow’s signature design transports guests to the enchanting southern European coast. The restaurant features a cathedral-like entryway, velvet draped arches, modern light fixtures, and the use of marble, tile insets, and wood, all contributing to the romantic Coastal Italian and Mediterranean aesthetic.

Sommelier 

• Monitor wine inventory

• Maintains wine cellar pars

• Wine inventory labeling & Organization  

• Critical aged wines sales target list 

• COGS (beverage) 

• New & current staff Wine Training

• Wine Tasting monthly pre-shift list 

• Program Implementation

• Daily Bar walkthrough

• Administer daily bartender pour test (wine)

• Vendor relations/support

• Menu costing

• Bevinco

• Bevinco oversight and feedback 

• Responsibility of Liquor room

• Steps of service

• Communicate 86 & menu changes

• Wine Vintage clean up - quarterly 

• Wine pairing trainings w/ Culinary 

• Communicate Aloha menu items - buttons and cleanup (Wine)

• Drive incentives to raise wine sales 

• Ongoing staff trainings for Wine  

• Update Beverage training docs with updates 

Daily, Weekly, On-going  

• Curate and Update Wine Lists (Lead by Bev. Director) 

• Works with General Manager and Beverage Director to consistently meet revenue and profitability goals for beverage programs 

• Increase Wine Sales - Revenue & %

• Negotiating pricing with vendors to adhere to COGS

• Organizing and Execute wine tasting events

• Comply with Health & safety regulations 

• Glassware Inventory assistance with decanters, wine chillers, wine glasses etc

• Table touches 

• Wine sales to guests on a nightly basis

• Wine pairings for Guests based on food orders 

• Execute & train proper wine service technique 

• Service Standards implementation 

• Wine inventory/Ordering 

• Ordering and Inventory communication with Beverage manager 

• Daily Bar walkthrough

• Administer daily bartender pour test 

• Vendor relations/support

• Menu costing

• Bevinco

• Bevinco oversight and feedback 

• Responsibility of Wine room

• Steps of service

• Communicate 86 & menu changes