Job Title: Head Sommelier
Responsible to: General Manager Place of work: Jul's
Scope and general purpose : Taking care of wine. Keep under control the storage, purchases and service in constant communication with the other departments. Supervise sommelier in their daily performance. Perfect knowledge of the wine list: taste, quantity and price, in order to give the best experience to our guests.
Responsibilities :
- Lead and oversee all aspects of the wine and beverage program in a luxury fine dining environment
- Curate, develop, and continuously refine a world-class wine list aligned with the restaurant’s culinary vision
- Manage wine procurement, supplier relationships, and exclusive allocations
- Oversee cellar organization, inventory control, and stock rotation
- Monitor beverage cost, margins, and overall profitability of the wine program
- Deliver exceptional tableside wine service, including decanting and presentation at the highest standards
- Provide expert food and wine pairing recommendations to guests
- Ensure personalized, memorable experiences for VIP and high-profile clientele
- Handle guest inquiries, special requests, and rare wine sourcing
- Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate the sommelier team and service staff
- Conduct regular wine education sessions and tastings
- Foster a culture of excellence, precision, and luxury hospitality
- Contribute to marketing initiatives, wine dinners, and special events
- Represent the restaurant at industry events, tastings, and winery visits
- Ensure compliance with all local alcohol regulations and health & safety standards
- Maintain impeccable presentation and uphold the brand’s luxury service standards
