Head Sommelier

The Chef Agency

• $105K — $115K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of sommelier or beverage management experience
  • Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, vintages, and pairings
  • Fine dining or luxury hospitality experience preferred
  • Court of Master Sommeliers or WSET certification preferred
  • Excellent communication and guest engagement skills
  • Strong organizational and inventory management abilities
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and high-volume service periods
  • Italian and French wine experience required

Responsibilities

  • Curate and manage the restaurant's wine list and beverage program
  • Recommend wine pairings and provide exceptional guest service
  • Train and educate service staff on wine knowledge and proper service techniques
  • Maintain wine inventory, ordering, storage, and cost controls
  • Build relationships with distributors, wineries, and beverage vendors
  • Monitor beverage sales and develop strategies to increase revenue
  • Ensure proper wine handling, cellar organization, and quality standards
  • Lead tableside wine service and assist guests with selections
  • Collaborate with culinary and management teams on pairings and seasonal menus
  • Maintain compliance with alcohol service regulations and company policies

Benefits

  • Insurance
  • Bonus
  • PTO
Full Job Description
26th May, 2026

Location: NYC
Salary: $105k-$115k
Benefits: Insurance; Bonus; PTO

Responsibilities
  • Curate and manage the restaurant's wine list and beverage program
  • Recommend wine pairings and provide exceptional guest service
  • Train and educate service staff on wine knowledge and proper service techniques
  • Maintain wine inventory, ordering, storage, and cost controls
  • Build relationships with distributors, wineries, and beverage vendors
  • Monitor beverage sales and develop strategies to increase revenue
  • Ensure proper wine handling, cellar organization, and quality standards
  • Lead tableside wine service and assist guests with selections
  • Collaborate with culinary and management teams on pairings and seasonal menus
  • Maintain compliance with alcohol service regulations and company policies
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of sommelier or beverage management experience
  • Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, vintages, and pairings
  • Fine dining or luxury hospitality experience preferred
  • Court of Master Sommeliers or WSET certification preferred
  • Excellent communication and guest engagement skills
  • Strong organizational and inventory management abilities
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and high-volume service periods
  • Italian and French wine experience required
* Ladders Estimates

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