Sommelier
Pubblicato il 27-08-2026 - Rocco Forte Hotels in Milano
**SOMMELIER** Main purpose:
The Sommelier is responsible for suggesting to our Guest the perfect pairing for him/her to enhance the culinary experience. He/she is in charge of the beverage service of the restaurant.
Reports to: Restaurant Manager. Main duties & responsibilities: - Create a personalised interaction with the Guests and a tailor made culinary experience for each one of them, according to the company policies, procedures and standards;
- Carry out wine tasting for our Guests;
- Assist the Restaurant Manager in preparing the wine lists, inventory and requisitions;
- Assist the Restaurant Manager in monitoring stock levels and suggest actions to improve sales and stock rotation;
- Support the Restaurant Manager to develop special wine events;
- Assist the Restaurant Manager in reaching financial and quality objectives assigned to his/her role;
- Comply with H&S; national rules and company instructions. We offer: - Temporary contract (1 year) according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo.
- Learning & development activities and career opportunities.
- Opportunity to stay in one of our hotels at a reduced rate (35€ per night) upon reaching 6 working months.
You will also be entitled to 50% discount at bars and restaurants of the Company and 20% discount on wellness treatments at our Spa and on products "Irene Robusto".
- Staff celebrations. Competencies required: - Collaboration: Be able and willing to work as a team within the department and with other departments.
- Personal Effectiveness & Communication: Demonstrate self-control and present information clearly and with confidence.
- Personal development: Be open to and accept constructive feedback and use it to improve. Ongoing dialogue with Head of Department on own performance objectives.
- Business orientation: Be able to follow guidelines and priorities assigned by Head of the Department in order to achieve goals in a timely and satisfactory way. Perform his/her tasks with integrity.
- Technical Skills: Demonstrate technical competence and knowledge related to the role. Other requirements: - Professional experience, preferably in deluxe hotel or restaurant, in the same role;
- English knowledge at Intermediate level;
- Sommelier certification as AIS, FIS or FISAR;
- Professional knowledge of Italian cuisine and Italian & International wines;
- Knowledge of F&B; management software (e.g. Quadranet);
- Flexibility;
- Attention to detail;
- Valid HACCP certification.