Senior Sommelier - Tavernetta Vail

• Develop and maintain the wine program within Tavernetta Vail
• Partner with other Outlet Managers for support and development opportunities
• Oversight of beverage program profitability
• Partner with bartenders on cocktail program and development
• Ensure beverage requisitions are accurately completed and submitted each night
• Development of catering offerings with Sales and Catering team for increased guests satisfaction
• Check BEOs for private party orders - make sure wines are in stock for upcoming parties
• Communicate with the Purchasing Department on all wine product needs or issues
• Strong communication with the entire team about any changes to the wine program
• Staff training and development of regions, varietals and terroir
• Train team members on new products
• Inform team about items that are no longer available or have changed

• Theory - must have passed/or be pursuing the Advanced Certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers or have an equivalent certification and/or experience and knowledge
• Attitude - willingness to learn in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Guest - positive interactions and focused on hospitality
• Teamwork - must be a conscientious individual that has a strong sense of teamwork and the confidence to strive to be better than the day before
• Mentorship - a strong understanding of the teaching and development of staff
• Understanding inventory, purchasing, beverage, and invoice reconciliation
• Communication - Must have strong communication skills and be comfortable with numerous daily internal and external email communications, calendar communications, in person communication with co-workers, guests and vendors
• Fluency in English is required for this location, and this job requires applicants to have current work authorization in the in the United States
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours
• Proficiency with email, OneDrive (file sharing service), Excel, and Word
• Minimum five plus years in the F&B industry (within the past ten years) with three plus years in a Sommelier role
• Italian wine & culinary knowledge
• Professional and confident verbal and written communication
• Strong ability to multitask

Bi-lingual in Italian/Spanish is a plus

• Winter Season Lifestyle Benefit
• Merchant Pass Available
• 401k participation with company matching program
• Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Discounted room nights with discounted F&B and Spa Services at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Worldwide
• Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development
• Elevate your craft here and abroad
• Employee engagement at all levels
• Where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned