Colorado Restaurant Jobs

Job Description:

Founded by CEO John Kunkel, 50 Eggs is a James Beard nominated, multi-faceted, full-service culinary and hospitality firm focused on developing cutting-edge brands with unparalleled dining experiences. 50 Eggs owns and operates the award-winning Yardbird Table & Bar, CHICA, Spring Chicken, and WAKUDA, a bold, artful collision of time and culture, traditional and modern Japanese cuisine and seductive design created by world-renowned, two-Michelin-starred Chef Tetsuya Wakuda and 50 Eggs Hospitality CEO John Kunkel.

Reports to: General Manager/ Wine Director

Job Summary:
The Sommelier position is responsible for the development and management of the wine by the glass program, wine list, and wine events. The Sommelier must have a great personality and be able to communicate with members and guests that might share different levels of wine knowledge

Job Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for ordering, receiving, inventory, organizing and selling wine for all
departments.
• Oversee all wine purchases and cost management.
• Assist guests during the dinner service with wine recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their dinner, decanting of the wine and wine service.
• Develop a training program for all Team Members to improve their knowledge of wine tasting and wine service.
• Train Team Members in order to maximize their understanding of wine and proper service techniques including glassware, pour levels, storage, beverage pairings and the ability to understand guest preferences.
• Ensure that all wine is served in proper glassware and in proper condition.
• Maintain all beverage lists to be accurate, up to date and free of errors.

Job Requirements:

Requirements:
Must be passionate about wine, must possess superior people skills.
The ability to determine wine faults and maintain proper temperatures in order to showcase products at their maximum potential.
A strong knowledge of food and beverage pairings.
Solid understanding of pricing, budgets and cost controls. Operation and programming knowledge of a point of sales system.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills

Available Benefits: PTO and Paid Sick Time, Health/Vision/Dental Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan, Store Discount, Meals

How Do You Apply? External Website