Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

www.theinnatlittlewashington.com

SUMMARY

1.      Responsible for pouring wine pairings/suggesting BTG wine to guests.

2.      Is responsible for polishing stemware before service nightly as needed.

3.      Communicating inventory needs for stemware to DoW monthly.

4.      Changing wine pages and maintaining cleanliness of wine lists

5.      Restocking BTG bar fridges nightly while preserving open wines.

6.      Completing closing checklist nightly

7.      Duties will include but are not limited to security of all wine and beverage product.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.      Maintains working knowledge of all pairing wines as well as BTG wines

2.      Updates and maintains Google Drive with ones liners for those wines

3.      Adheres to maintains Forbes standars

4.      Pour pairing wines for our prix fixe menus in a timely manner

5.      Explain via one-liners the wine pairing

6.      Assist, accomplish prep/side work as assigned and support the daily needs for dinner service

7.      Maintain the aesthetic of assigned station: guest tabletop/work area

8.      Be present/focused on the operation during service

9.      Complete closing duties as assigned

10.   Assist in the receipt and storage of all wine product in their proper areas

11.   Maintain the ongoing security of all wine assets

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

1.      5 + years floor experience as sommelier in high-end restaurant/ hotel

2.      5 + years’ experience assisting in the organization and upkeep of a large (1000+ selection) wine cellar

3.      Excellent and effective trainer

4.      Intro or Certified standing with W.S.E.T./C.M.S.

5.      Experience working with a large cellar (1000+ selections) or with a Wine Spectator Grand Award cellar

6.      Basic understanding of the business of wine (purchasing, costs, asset protection).

7.      Basic knowledge of major wine regions/producers

Desirable

1.      Certified or Advanced standing with W.S.E.T./C.M.S.

2.      Some travel and personal experience visiting producers/vineyards in major growing areas

3.      Basic reference points of Michelin and fine dining establishments in U.S and abroad

SKILLS

1.      Creative problem solver

2.      Ability to connect with guests and guide them to a wine that they will love

3.      Strong knowledge of the major wine regions of the world

4.      Strong organizational skills

5.      Passionately committed to the finest guest experience

6.      Intense desire to continue to learn wine and grow professionally

7.      Team Player

SCHEDULE

1.      The typical schedule for this position will be 5 days a week with Monday and Tuesday being usual days off.

2.      This schedule will, however, be dictated by operational needs and may be changed at any time to accommodate those needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1.      Be able to work the dining room floor for up to 8 hours.

2.      Be able to lift 40 lbs repeatedly.

3.      Must be able to transport heavy items to day cellars (up to 200 lbs on a cart)

4.      Stand for long periods of time, extended periods of walking

Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

www.theinnatlittlewashington.com

SUMMARY

1.      Responsible for pouring wine pairings/suggesting BTG wine to guests.

2.      Is responsible for polishing stemware before service nightly as needed.

3.      Communicating inventory needs for stemware to DoW monthly.

4.      Changing wine pages and maintaining cleanliness of wine lists

5.      Restocking BTG bar fridges nightly while preserving open wines.

6.      Completing closing checklist nightly

7.      Duties will include but are not limited to security of all wine and beverage product.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.      Maintains working knowledge of all pairing wines as well as BTG wines

2.      Updates and maintains Google Drive with ones liners for those wines

3.      Adheres to maintains Forbes standars

4.      Pour pairing wines for our prix fixe menus in a timely manner

5.      Explain via one-liners the wine pairing

6.      Assist, accomplish prep/side work as assigned and support the daily needs for dinner service

7.      Maintain the aesthetic of assigned station: guest tabletop/work area

8.      Be present/focused on the operation during service

9.      Complete closing duties as assigned

10.   Assist in the receipt and storage of all wine product in their proper areas

11.   Maintain the ongoing security of all wine assets

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

1.      5 + years floor experience as sommelier in high-end restaurant/ hotel

2.      5 + years’ experience assisting in the organization and upkeep of a large (1000+ selection) wine cellar

3.      Excellent and effective trainer

4.      Intro or Certified standing with W.S.E.T./C.M.S.

5.      Experience working with a large cellar (1000+ selections) or with a Wine Spectator Grand Award cellar

6.      Basic understanding of the business of wine (purchasing, costs, asset protection).

7.      Basic knowledge of major wine regions/producers

Desirable

1.      Certified or Advanced standing with W.S.E.T./C.M.S.

2.      Some travel and personal experience visiting producers/vineyards in major growing areas

3.      Basic reference points of Michelin and fine dining establishments in U.S and abroad

SKILLS

1.      Creative problem solver

2.      Ability to connect with guests and guide them to a wine that they will love

3.      Strong knowledge of the major wine regions of the world

4.      Strong organizational skills

5.      Passionately committed to the finest guest experience

6.      Intense desire to continue to learn wine and grow professionally

7.      Team Player

SCHEDULE

1.      The typical schedule for this position will be 5 days a week with Monday and Tuesday being usual days off.

2.      This schedule will, however, be dictated by operational needs and may be changed at any time to accommodate those needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1.      Be able to work the dining room floor for up to 8 hours.

2.      Be able to lift 40 lbs repeatedly.

3.      Must be able to transport heavy items to day cellars (up to 200 lbs on a cart)

4.      Stand for long periods of time, extended periods of walking