Jr. Sommelier

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings – three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in Istanbul.
• The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. 
• Be a part of the highly experienced team.

Key accountabilities

• Supporting the Head Sommelier in developing our food and wine pairings and providing wine knowledge and training to the Front-of-House team
• Assisting in management of the wine list and cellar.
• Observe and maintain the daily condition of all physical facilities and equipment in The Lobby restaurant.
• Establish and maintain positive guest and colleague interactions with productive working relationships.
• Understand and accurately follow the procedures to ensure compliance with set operational policies and standards.
• Actively work on the floor selling wine to guests, guiding guests through the wine list, and making recommendations based on guest preferences and menu selections, while maintaining a professional approach regarding price sensitivity
• Present guests with wine lists, assist with their selections to ensure a proper food and wine match, and encourage them to experiment with new wines.

General requirements

• Having good knowledge of food.
• Being knowledgeable about wines and alcoholic beverages.
• Having strong customer service skills.
• At least 1 year of experience in a food and beverage sales point (hotel-based or independent) with similar standards and expectations.
• Familiarity with service protocols and 5-star service standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.  

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration.