Sommelier (Conrad Centennial Singapore)

Job Description - Sommelier (Conrad Centennial Singapore) (HOT0BD71)

Job Number:

HOT0BD71

Work Locations

Conrad Centennial Singapore
Two Temasek Boulevard
Singapore 38982

With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.

A Conrad Sommelier is responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current knowledge of wines to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with achieving departmental targets.

What will I be doing?

As a Conrad Sommelier, you are responsible for recommending wines and having a thorough and current knowledge of wines to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Sommelier will also be required to assist in achieving department targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Continuously improve beverage sales.
• Create and update the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Food and Beverage Manager.
• Recommending food and wine pairings.
• Advising guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices.
• Informing guests about different varieties of wines and prices.
• Analyzing beverage costs and preparing monthly reporting.
• Organizing promotions in various outlets on wine/spirits with various wine suppliers.
• Ensuring wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware.
• Maintaining appropriate relationships with wine/spirit suppliers and bar consultants.
• Planning order of beverages for the hotel and special order for any special event.
• Negotiating purchase prices with vendors.
• Organizing wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events.
• Suggesting special beverage promotions or implementing as instructed by Food and Beverage Management.
• Attending daily F&B Meeting to discuss daily events/set up.
• Carrying out any other duties as required by Food and Beverage leadership.
• Training waitstaff on wines.

What are we looking for?

A Conrad Sommelier serving the Hilton Worldwide Brand, you are always working on behalf of our Guests and Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follow:

• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
• Ability to work on your own or in teams.
• Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role.
• Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings.
• Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type.
• Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries.
• Understanding of the winemaking process.
• Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to meet with wine producers and visit wine-tasting events.

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Experience in Food & Beverage department and/or industry.
• Knowledge of Food Hygiene Regulations.
• Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality is a plus – Knowledge of serving western and Chinese cuisine.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!