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. 

About The Peninsula Istanbul

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.