Sommelier jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Provenance is an intimate french fine dining restaurant in the heart of Philadelphia's Society Hill neighborhood. We are anticipating a spring 2024' opening. We believe in creating a genuine relationship with our future employees based off of shared respect, goals, interests, and general vision for the hospitality industry. Candidates must be willing to engage in a series of interviews to define mutual compatibility for employment leading up to the opening of the restaurant.

The Sommelier is responsible for delivering excellent wine service and hospitality while demonstrating strong product knowledge in a fast paced yet intimate environment. Training and development is an important part of Provenance and there are opportunities for Sommeliers to participate in wine industry tastings/events, tastings with visiting winemakers, and continuing your professional development within the wine world. 

The sommelier is also the primary wine buyer for the restaurant, and responsible for developing the cellar of the restaurant.

Sommeliers work as part of the service team. Sommeliers act as leaders on the floor, driving service and enhancing the guest experience through all beverage offerings including wine pairings, wines by the glass, and the selection wine list.

Service and Operations

• Service based role delivering consistently excellent wine service at Provenance
• Developing and meeting with wine importers and producers to create the wine list
• Participate in monthly beverage inventory
• Demonstrate and maintain excellent product knowledge
• Participate in all steps of service as needed during shift
• Present the wine list to guests, make recommendations, answer questions
• Follow responsible alcohol service guidelines

Experience/Education

• 2 years of sommelier experience in a restaurant
• Wine Education Certification Preferred.Ability to lift and move 50 lbs
• Proficient in a variety of technology systems, especially Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and POS systems 
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform essential functions 
• Ability to perform essential job functions when working under stress, in fast-paced environments 

We offer:

Competitive compensation, a consistent 5 day work week, commuter benefits, 3 weeks paid time off (including Christmas) major holidays, insurance packages (health/vision/dental), assistance in educational career advancement, and wellness incentives.
If you feel you meet the requirements, have a 'total' unit mentality, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!  Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team! 

Provenance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.