Sommelier
Sommelier / Commis Sommelier bei Vila Joya
Do you want to live in a place where there are 300 days of sun a year and work in one of the best restaurants in Portugal?
Do you love to create special moments and wonderful tasting experiences for your guests? Is your passion wine and do want to work alongside of our Head Sommelier Arnaud taking care of our wine cellar filled with over 12.000 bottles mainly from Portugal, being close to the best Wineries producing wine in Portugal?
Do you have good communication skills in different languages and experience in fine dining? Come to the Algarve and join our team!
SEASON 2025 - Starting late February 2025 early March 2025 until November 2025
For our two Michelin star Restaurant we are looking for a personable and knowledgeable Sommelier with the ability to create unforgettable experience for our guests.
Are you passionate about the art of wine and food pairing? Do you possess a keen palate and an unwavering enthusiasm for the world of fine dining?
With a commitment to excellence in every aspect of our service, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional cuisine complemented by an extensive selection of wines from around the globe. As a Sommelier at Vila Joya, you will be an integral part of our service team to curate memorable dining experiences for our guests.
Your tasks
Key responsibilities:
-Provide expert wine service and recommendations tailored to taste, guest preferences and dietary needs
-Ensure flawless wine service proper serving temperatures and glassware presentation
-Offer wine pairing suggestions to elevate the dining experience
-Engage with guests, sharing insights about wines and enhancing their overall experience
-Maintain proper records of wine sales
-Collaborate with and support the service & kitchen teams
Your profile
Our ideal candidate must possess:
-Experience in Michelin starred Restaurants
-Knowledge international and Portuguese wines
-Fluent in at least 2 out of 3 languages: Portuguese, German, and English (additional languages are a plus).
-Passion for wine and food pairing, with a desire to continuously expand your knowledge and expertise in the field.
-Completion of relevant education or certification programs, such as sommelier training or wine studies, preferred.
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage guests and build rapport.
-Detail-oriented approach to wine service, with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences to every guest.
-Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
-Adaptable and capable of integrating into a diverse team.
OUR BENEFITS:
-An inclusive work environment at our renowned location, celebrated for its excellent service and prestigious reputation.
-A dynamic team spirit—demanding excellence to bring out your best, yet compassionate and supportive when you need it most.
-Continuous workshops and training opportunities designed to elevate your professionalism, fostering growth in both your personal and career development.
Competitive compensation above local industry standards, reflecting your experience and skills.
-reduced rental for accommodation
-free meals (on and off duty)
-5 day work week
-attractive discounts for Vila Joya Spa, the two Michelin Star Restaurant and the Beach Restaurant Vila Joya SEA
-international team
-family owned since 1982
-2 Michelin stars since 1999 under Austrian Chef Dieter Koschina
-work place directly at the beach
Contact
Please send your CV to Joy at work@vilajoya.com along with all your references.
Benefits für unsere Mitarbeiter
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Jobdetails
Dienstort: | Praia da Gale, Apt.120, 8201-902 Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal |
Anstellung: | Saisonvertrag |
Dienstbeginn: | 1.3.2025 |
Bezahlung: | Gemäß Kollektivvertrag mit der Bereitschaft zur Überzahlung |
Geschlecht: | M/W/D |
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