Sommelier

ABOUT US
The Arts Club Dubai is perfectly located in the heart of the DIFC, set over four floors and totaling 65,000 square feet, in the brand-new ICD Brookfield Place development designed by Foster + Partners.

It is the first international outpost of the celebrated and historical private members’ club, established in 1863 in Mayfair, London. The Club’s membership is a growing community of like-minded, diverse and dynamic people, all hailing from different cultures and sectors, from the region and further afield.

A lifestyle for our members.

The Club provides its members with a home away from home: a sanctuary for those seeking comfort, hospitality and elegance, with a level of quality, service and attention to detail that will leave them wanting for nothing.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

Your main duties and responsibilities are:

• Assist members and guests with their wine or sake selection, and serve wines/sake according to the Standard Operating
Procedures, while providing friendly, courteous and professional service
• Ensure the wine and sake lists are up to date with correct vintages and prices, and that all products are stored properly in
the cellar and on display
• Ensure mise-en-place and correct stock levels are in place before each service, and wines and sake are kept and served at
the correct temperature
• Assist with monitoring and managing all glassware to ensure that all stock is maintained in an appropriate condition
• Keep operating costs to a minimum by efficient and responsible use of resources such as glassware and other
equipment
• Support sales and ensure relevant/appropriate suggestions are made with regards to wine, sake and cocktails
• Display professional salesmanship and positive sales techniques at all times

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in same or similar role in luxury hotels or fine dining restaurant
• Internationally recognised professional certification
• Excellent level of English, written and spoken
• Ability to recommend food and wine/sake pairings
• Have strong organisational and time management skills with a high degree of flexibility
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Demonstrate integrity in all dealings and maintain high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work long shifts and stand for the extended period of time
• Impeccable manners
• Immaculate personal presentation and well-spoken

THE BENEFITS

The Arts Club Dubai is offering a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package.