Sommelier Wine Specialist

About the role

Join Orient Express, a luxury travel brand, as a Sommelier Wine Specialist. You will deliver personalized wine recommendations and impeccable service to guests in a five‑star hotel environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide professional wine recommendations, pairing suggestions and beverage guidance to guests.
• Execute wine service according to fine‑dining and five‑star standards, including presentation, opening and pouring.
• Support the management, organization and maintenance of the wine cellar, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation.
• Monitor inventory levels, report shortages, breakages and quality issues.
• Develop, update and present the wine list in line with the restaurant’s concept.
• Collaborate with the kitchen brigade to ensure harmonious food‑and‑wine pairings.
• Train service staff on wine knowledge, service techniques and upselling.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and F&B service standards.
• Control beverage costs, minimize waste and support revenue optimisation.
• Manage guest preferences, special requests and VIP experiences with discretion.
• Participate in wine tastings, supplier meetings and product evaluations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in fine‑dining or luxury hotel wine service.
• Strong knowledge of global wine regions, varieties and food pairings.
• Ability to manage a wine cellar and maintain accurate inventory.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Attention to detail, professionalism and discretion when handling VIP guests.

Required skills

What we offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Heartist® Program – employee benefit card with discounted rates at all Accor locations worldwide.
• Learning and development opportunities to grow within the property and across the Accor network.