Cheval Blanc Junior Sommelier
Cheval Blanc in Porto Cervo seeks a Junior Sommelier (Temporary, on-site) to join the F&B team, specialising in guest service and cellar management.
Overview
Cheval Blanc is a distinguished luxury hospitality maison within the LVMH portfolio, renowned for its haute-hôtellerie standards and curated culinary and wine programmes. The brand cultivates refined guest experiences driven by exacting service standards and an international, hospitality-focused workforce.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver impeccable beverage and dining service that reflects luxury hospitality standards and enhances the guest experience.
- Assist the Head Sommelier / F&B Manager in all aspects of the sommellerie operation, including front-of-house service and cellar duties.
- Guide guests through wine and beverage selections with informed, tailored recommendations and professional tasting notes.
- Maintain and update wine and beverage lists; ensure accurate sales and cellar records are kept at all times.
- Manage daily cellar conditions: proper storage, stock rotation for ageing, and temperature control of beverage inventories.
- Ensure all beverages are prepared and served following established luxury service procedures and HACCP (or equivalent) food-safety protocols.
- Support and coach service colleagues on beverage knowledge and service technique to sustain consistent standards.
Qualifications
- WSET certification (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) or equivalent diploma from a recognised sommelier school.
- Minimum five years' relevant experience in luxury hotel F&B or high-end restaurant sommellerie, preferably with international exposure.
- Fluent spoken and written Italian and English; competency in a third language (e.g., French) is an advantage.
- Professional, guest-oriented demeanour with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrable ability to organise and direct team activities efficiently and maintain high operational standards.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant sommellerie experience within luxury hotels or high-end restaurants, with preference for candidates who have worked in international or multi-lingual environments.
Education
WSET certification or equivalent sommelier diploma.
Workplace
This position is based in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy, within easy reach of Olbia. Cerulean lists 13 open roles in Porto Cervo, including 2 posted recently. The broader Sardinia area accounts for 25 active listings on Cerulean, 2 of which are new. In Italy as a whole, Cerulean currently features 1.295 open positions, with 27 posted this week.
Culture
Cheval Blanc fosters an exacting yet collaborative service culture where attention to detail and personalised guest care are paramount. The workplace emphasises continuous professional development within a refined, internationally oriented hospitality environment.
About Cerulean
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