Sommelier vacancy in Dubai UAE

Sommelier in Dubai, UAE
job description, skills and qualifications.

Job Summary
This position is for a Sommelier at a prestigious hotel in Dubai. This position requires a knowledgeable and experienced individual to take charge of the hotel's wine-related activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing wine lists, conducting tastings, providing advice in selecting wines, and training staff in wine service.

Job Description
The Sommelier will be responsible for overseeing the hotel's wine department. This will include developing wine lists that are tailored to our guests' preferences and budget, as well as advising on selection of wines and other beverages. Additionally, the sommelier will be expected to conduct tastings with potential suppliers and vendors to ensure the highest quality products are available for our guests. The sommelier will also lead staff training sessions in regards to proper wine service etiquette and techniques as well as developing relationships with local wineries and vineyards.

Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of two years' experience working as a sommelier or similar role in the hospitality industry. They must have knowledge of wines from around the world, excellent customer service skills, strong organizational abilities, an eye for detail, communication skills, leadership qualities and the ability to work under pressure. Additionally, they should have an understanding of food pairings with different wines as well as health & safety regulations related to handling alcohol within a hotel setting. A certification from an international sommelier program is preferred but not required.