Sommelier - Luxury wine estate, Stellenbosch

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

DGR_Somm

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable depending on experience

SUMMARY:
Sommelier

POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Sommelier

Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape (Relais & Châteaux Property)

About Us: Situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, our luxury wine estate is renowned for its commitment to exceptional service, world-class cuisine, and an outstanding wine selection. As a prestigious Relais & Châteaux property, we strive to create unforgettable experiences for our guests, celebrating the art of fine wine and hospitality.

Position: Sommelier

Key Responsibilities:

Curate and manage the restaurant’s wine selection, highlighting exceptional local and international wines.
Provide expert wine recommendations, pairing wines to complement the menu offerings.
Deliver engaging and educational wine presentations to elevate the dining experience.
Collaborate with the kitchen team to design seamless wine pairings for seasonal menus.
Oversee wine inventory, procurement, and proper storage practices.
Train and mentor staff on wine knowledge, service etiquette, and presentation techniques.
Monitor wine sales and develop strategies to drive revenue through optimized wine lists.
Stay informed on wine industry trends, including vintages, regions, and sustainable practices.
Address guest inquiries, feedback, and special requests with professionalism.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Guest Satisfaction: Deliver a world-class wine experience tailored to guest preferences.
Wine Sales: Meet and exceed revenue targets through strategic wine recommendations.
Pairing Excellence: Provide exceptional pairings that enhance the dining experience.
Inventory Management: Maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
Team Training: Cultivate staff expertise in wine knowledge and service.
Brand Reputation: Uphold the estate’s legacy of excellence in wine offerings.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Sommelier or similar role in luxury hospitality.
Extensive knowledge of wines, regions, vintages, and food pairings.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage and educate guests.
A WSET Level 3 or equivalent certification (or higher) is highly advantageous.
Strong organizational skills for managing inventory and operations.
Passion for creating meaningful guest experiences through wine education.

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience.

How to Apply: If you are an experienced wine professional with a passion for excellence, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and passion for wine to

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Restaurant Manager
Location: Franschhoek
Salary: Monthly
Globally recognized Restaurant Group (Relais & Chateaux accredited / World Top 50 rated) based in Franschhhoek is looking for a Restaurant Manager. We are seeking a world-class Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team and deliver a dining experience on par with the best in the world.The Restaurant is dedicated to pushing culinary boundaries and setting new standards in hospitali...
Today

GUEST EXPERIENCE MANAGER - Franschhoek
Location: Franschhoek
Salary: DOE
GUEST EXPERIENCE MANAGER
3 days ago

Payroll Administrator
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: Monthly
luxury wine estate in the stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for a Payroll Administrator to manage the end-to-end payroll function across the estate’s divisions ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll processing in line with company policies, labour legislation and statutory regulations. The Payroll Administrator ensures the accuracy, confidentiality and integrity of all...
2 days ago

Waiter
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: MR Monthly
Our Client is looking for a Waiter to join their team
2 days ago

Marketing Coordinator
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: MR Monthly
Our Client is looking for a Marketing Coordinator to join their team
3 days ago

Head of Marketing
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: Monthly
luxury wine estate in the stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for a Head of Marketing. This is your chance to join one of South Africa’s most iconic luxury estates—where world-class wine, hospitality, cuisine combine to create an unforgettable experience. We are seeking an exceptional candidate to bring the brand to life across every touchpoint and ensure the estate continu...
3 days ago

Security Manager
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: Monthly
luxury wine estate in the stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for a Security Manager. The suitable applicant will have to strategically lead and manage all aspects of security and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) across the wine estate, ensuring a safe, secure and compliant environment for guests, staff, assets and the overall operation. This role requires a proactive, highly ...
5 days ago

Hospitality Administrator
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: Monthly
luxury wine estate in the stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for an organised, detail-driven professional Hospitality Administrator who flourishes in a structured, high-performance environment. We’re looking for a Hospitality Administrator to support the seamless functioning of world-class hospitality departments someone that enjoys keeping operations running smoothly, ensuring ...
5 days ago

Estate Receptionist (Fixed-Term)
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: NEG DOE
A prestigious wine estate in stellenbosch is seeking a RECEPTIONIST / SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR to join their team.
19 days ago

Assistant Housekeeping Manager
Location: Franschhoek
Salary: Monthly
luxury wine estate close to Franschhoek is looking for an experienced Assistant Housekeeping Manager. The Assistant Housekeeping Manager supports the Hotel Management Team in supervising the housekeeping team to achieve the strategic direction and annual plans for housekeeping operations.
19 days ago