Junior Sommelier

Conditions

• Accommodation : accommodation is provided in Jumeirah-managed colleague housing located 15–20 minutes from the hotels. It consists of shared rooms (2 per room) with communal bathrooms. The facility includes swimming pools, a clubhouse, gym, game rooms, 24h supermarket, clinic, dental services, male and female salons, sports arena, 24h coffee shop, and regular community events.
• Employment visa: Provided
• Medical Insurance: Provided
• Tickets : Provided
• Meal : Colleagues are entitled to free meals in the staff canteen at the hotel during duty (breakfast, lunch, dinner). The canteen is also open for two coffee breaks and offers a late-night meal for night shift colleagues. Additionally, the accommodation has a cafeteria serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner — also free of charge.
• Service Charge & Tips: Service charge is applicable from the second month of joining. It is variable and linked to hotel revenue, typically ranging between AED 1,500 and 2,500 per month, though it may go as high as AED 3,000 or as low as AED 600 during low seasons (e.g., summer). Tips are shared equally within departments and vary depending on the outlet.
• Working hours & days off: All colleagues (up to supervisory level) work 48 hours per week with 1 hour break daily, and have 1 day off per week. Some F&B roles (especially in all-day dining) may require split shifts or night shifts.
• Transportation: Complimentary transportation is provided via 24-hour shuttle buses between the accommodation and hotels. Occasional buses to nearby shopping malls are also available.
• Salary: 3,200 – 3,850 AED + service charge & tips
• Duration of Employment Contract: 2 years
• Language allowance: Fluent speakers of Spanish, French, Arabic, Italian, Mandarin, or Russian are eligible for an additional AED 300/month language allowance

Responsibilities

• 1. Assist the Head Sommelier in delivering exceptional wine service to guests in line with the restaurant’s standards. Present, recommend, and serve wines to guests based on menu pairings and customer preferences. Properly open, decant, and pour wines using professional techniques
• 2. Engage with guests to understand their taste preferences and make personalized wine recommendations. Educate guests on wine characteristics, origin, and pairing options in a confident and approachable manner.
• 3. Support the maintenance and organization of the wine cellar, including storage, rotation, and inventory tracking. Assist with stock takes and report low inventory levels or discrepancies to the Head Sommelier.

Requirements

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. Formal sommelier training or certification (e.g., WSET Level 2 or Court of Master Sommeliers Introductory Certificate) is a strong advantage. Ongoing studies in wine, hospitality, or related fields are encouraged.
• 2. Minimum 6 months to 1 year of experience in a restaurant, wine bar, or hotel with wine service. Basic knowledge of wines, grape varietals, regions, and wine service etiquette. Previous guest-facing role in a fine dining or upscale hospitality environment preferred.
• 3. Professional appearance and demeanor. Passionate, eager to learn, and open to feedback and mentorship. Team-oriented with a respectful and humble approach. Excellent memory for wine labels, vintages, and producers (developed or developing).