Sommelier Job at The Lobster Club, New York, NY

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  • The Lobster Club
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Major Food Group is hiring Sommeliers to join our team at The Lobster Club!

The Lobster Club is a Japanese Brasserie by Major Food Group. It was designed by Peter Marino in collaboration with Major Food Group to celebrate a unique interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Classic techniques like tempura, gyoza, yakitori and robata are on display, along with a focus on Teppanyaki and Sushi. The Lobster Club sources fish directly from Tokyo's Tsukiji market in order to ensure the highest level of quality.

MFG is hiring passionate and experienced  Sommeliers  with a strong work ethic to help set and maintain the highest standards of service and professionalism.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist guests with wine, sake and champagne selection, consider their taste and budget when guiding them through the menu
  • Anticipate guest needs. Provide information to guests regarding our venues, menus and pricing
  • Explain how our wines, sake or champagne menu compliments the items on our food and dessert menu
  • Ensure all wines, sake and champagnes are presented and served correctly and all pouring techniques are adhered to as specified by company standards
  • Inform and explain alternative wine, sake or champagne selections to guests should their choice be unavailable
  • Provide engaged, friendly and attentive customer service to all guests
  • Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials
  • Follow and adhere to all standards set for by the Department of Health (DOH) and appropriate Federal/State Liquor Control Boards
  • Perform all other duties as instructed by management

  REQUIREMENTS:

  • A minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Sommelier in an upscale, high volume restaurant
  • WSET certifications preferred or certifications from another accredited wine institution preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of wine and wine service techniques
  • Availability to work nights, weekends & holidays
  • Positive attitude
  • A “guest-first” mindset
  • A passion for providing exemplary guest service
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Sense of urgency
  • Clean and organized working habits
  • A commitment to learning and continuous improvement
  • Ability to think quickly on your feet and multi-task with ease
  • Ability to take direction and to communicate effectively

  BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Progressive Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Dining Allowance
  • Unlimited Referral Program
  • TransitChek Discount
  • 401k Plan with Employer Contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity  

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Night shift, Weekend work,

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