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AX Hotels has grown into one of the most distinguished and most successful hotel operators in Malta. Our award-winning hospitality portfolio currently spans seven highly regarded hotels and 14 dining outlets.
Assistant Sommelier
Food And Beverage
Full Time
Valletta
Job Posted on 2023-01-27 23:57:04
Job Summary
This is a unique opportunity to work in a professional environment; in one of the best fine dining venues in Malta, Under Grain, a one Michelin star restaurant which is part of the AX Group Privilege brand. A rare chance to join a talented team in which you will be challenged to learn and develop your skills through persistence to achieve perfection. You will be involved in the day-to-day operation and the preparation and delivery of exclusive high-end events with no equivalent on the island.The Assistant Sommelier primarily serves as wine expert and creates wine lists that pair with the food menus. The main responsibilities include recommending wine varieties to our guests, supervising wine serving and collaborating with winemakers to renew our selections and achieve better prices. To be qualified for this role, you should have relevant experience in hospitality or a vineyard and be available to work during business hours.
Ultimately, you will delight our guests by helping them choose the best wine to complement their fare.
Responsibilities:
- Create and update the wine list in coordination with the Executive Chef and the Restaurant Manager
- Recommend food and wine pairings
- Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
- Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
- Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
- Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
- Manage wine cellar and ensure its fully-stocked
- Train wait staff on available wines
- Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events
- Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role
- Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
- Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type
- Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries
- Understanding of the winemaking process
- Good communication skills
- Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays
- Flexibility to travel occasionally to meet with wine producers and visit wine-tasting events
- Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality is a plus
Requirements:
Interested candidates are invited to send a CV, together with a covering letter to recruitment@axgroup.mt
Interested candidates are invited to send a CV, together with a covering letter to recruitment@axgroup.mt