Company DescriptionEataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim… for our guests to:EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafs and to-go countersSHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade productsLEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledgeJob DescriptionAt Eataly, beverage is equally as important as food! Eataly’s restaurants contain a vast selection of premium and unique Italian wines and drinks at all price points. The Sommelier shares wine and beverage knowledge with Eataly guests and makes recommendations.Reports to the Restaurant General Manager and the Beverage Manager.Shares knowledge of and appreciation for wine with all Eataly guests, answering questions and offering recommendationsProvides excellent and responsible beverage service to all guestsMonitors wine inventory, maintains cellar pars, and ensures that wines of critical age are soldAssists Service team with aiding guests in wine selection and pairingsDirects regular and consistent training on wine and beverage pairings for servers, managers and chefsEnsures service staff are familiar with proper beverage serviceUpdates the restaurant POS system to be in line with menu pricing Keeps cellar stocked and organized for weekly beverage servicePartners with Back of House to identify wine-friendly ingredientsReturns corked and spoiled wines to suppliers for refundsPerforms other duties as required or assignedQualifications3+ years of sommelier experienceExtensive knowledge of Italian winesKnowledge and love of Italian cuisineExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsJob RequirementsAvailability to work onsite with a flexible schedule sometimes including evenings, weekends and holidaysAbility to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squattingAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to use a wine key and a hand truckAdditional InformationMedical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Parental Leave401K with match Free family meal dailyDiscounts at EatalyClasses on products and Italian cuisineReferral bonus programand more!Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
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