Junior Sommelier

Rosselli AX Privilege in Malta is looking to recruit a Junior Sommelier to join their team on a full-time basis. 

Job description:
This is a unique opportunity to work in a professional environment; in one of the best dining venues in Malta, which is part of the AX Group. A rare chance to join a talented team in which you will be challenged to learn and develop your skills through persistence to achieve perfection. You will be involved in the day-to-day operation and the preparation and delivery of exclusive high-end events with no equivalent on the island. The Junior Sommelier primarily serves as wine expert and creates wine lists that pair with the food menus. The main  responsibilities include recommending wine varieties to our guests, supervising wine serving and collaborating with winemakers to renew our selections and achieve better prices. To be qualified for this role, you should have relevant experience in hospitality or a vineyard and be available to work during business hours. Ultimately, you will delight our guests by helping them choose the best wine to complement their fare.

Responsibilities include:

• Create and update the wine list in coordination with the Executive Chef and the Restaurant Manager
• Recommend food and wine pairings
• Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
• Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
• Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
• Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
• Manage wine cellar and ensure its fully-stocked
• Train wait staff on available wines
• Organize wine tasting days or “wine of the month” events

• Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role;
• Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings;
• Extensive knowledge of different wines and which regions produce each type;
• Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries;
• Understanding of the winemaking process;
• Good communication skills;
• Availability to work during opening hours, including weekends and holidays;
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to meet with wine producers and visit wine-tasting events;
• Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality is a plus.

Rosselli AX Privilege:
The latest addition to the capital city, Rosselli – AX Privilege, is the first 5-star luxury hotel in Valletta. Once the residence of a well-established goldsmith and philanthropist, the Rosselli house has always been brimming with historical detail. Its richness has been passed onto generations and it is still highly visible in today’s reformed luxury hotel. The Rosselli rooms depict elegance, sophistication and extravagance while also having an element of comfort, satisfaction and convenience. All the rooms have their own story to tell. We invite you to choose the story you want to relive? Luxury is also evident through the hotel’s services and facilities. As soon as you step inside the hotel, you will be treated with authority, distinction and greatness. Well-taken care of by your personal butler and making use of the hotel’s supreme facilities, Rosselli – AX Privilege is your home away from home.