Junior Sommelier

Job Summary

At AX Hotels, we don’t just serve food and wine – we create exceptional dining experiences. UnderGrain, our Michelin-starred restaurant in Valletta, is looking for a Junior Sommelier to join our passionate and high-performing team.

If you are eager to grow your career in wine service and hospitality excellence, this is your opportunity to learn from industry-leading professionals in a refined, guest-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional, personalised wine and beverage service to guests
• Assist in recommending wines, pairings, and enhancing the overall dining experience
• Welcome and host guests with professionalism and warmth
• Maintain strong product knowledge and continuously develop wine expertise
• Support the sommelier team in daily service operations and wine handling
• Ensure all hygiene, service, and grooming standards are consistently met
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house and kitchen teams to deliver seamless service
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and guest satisfaction

Requirements:

• Previous experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or high-end restaurant service, with a strong passion for wine and gastronomy
• Solid knowledge of wines, grape varieties, wine regions, and food pairing principles
• WSET certification or equivalent wine education is considered an asset
• Excellent communication and guest engagement skills, with the confidence to recommend wines and enhance the dining experience
• Reliable, professional, and able to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, with good organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team