Sommelier in New York, New York at Major Food Group LLC

Major Food Group is hiring Sommeliers to join our team at The Lobster Club!

The Lobster Club is a Japanese Brasserie by Major Food Group. It was designed by Peter Marino in collaboration with Major Food Group to celebrate a unique interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Classic techniques like tempura, gyoza, yakitori and robata are on display, along with a focus on Teppanyaki and Sushi. The Lobster Club sources fish directly from Tokyo's Tsukiji market in order to ensure the highest level of quality.

MFG is hiring passionate and experienced Sommeliers with a strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of service and professionalism.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu

Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing

Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu compliments the items on our food and dessert menu

Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards

Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable

Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests

Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials

Follow and adhere to all standards set for by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards

Perform all other duties as instructed by management

REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant

WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred

Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques

Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays

Positive attitude

A “guest-first” mindset

A passion for providing exemplary guest service

Strong attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Clean and organized working habits

A commitment to learning and continuous improvement

Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease

Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy

• Growth Opportunities

• Progressive Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Generous Dining Allowance

• Unlimited Referral Program

• TransitChek Discount
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.