Wine Steward - Kohler Hospitality

Wine Steward - Kohler Hospitality

Work Mode: Onsite

**Location: ** Kohler, WI

Opportunity

The job of the Wine Steward is to manage the extensive wine program for the Restaurant. They will lead the wine education program and ensure standards are met daily regarding wine service. The Wine Steward will conduct themselves and hold all other co-workers accountable to the highest service standards set by the Immigrant Restaurant and Court of Master Sommeliers. The Wine Steward is to act as a leader, wine educator, and role model for staff. While considering the clientele and the food served, the Wine Steward's responsibilities also consist of selecting wines, creating drink lists and managing stock. The Wine Steward will build and maintain a wine list fitting the establishment for: right price, products, presentations, easy to use.

Specific Responsibilities

• Development of the Wine list including: researching wines, tastings within company parameters, providing recommendations to leadership, ensuring a balancing list is maintained.

• Communicates daily with the Restaurant Manager and/or Dining Supervisor to review reservations taken and learn of any upcoming reservation regarding wine.

• Works the Restaurant floor, providing professional wine sales assistance, along with providing professional wine service including re-pours, ensuring proper glassware is used and providing labels upon request. During idle times, will be required to assist the staff in one or all the following duties: back waiter, hosting, reservationist, bus, bar service, polishing etc.

• Designs and develops extensive wine program, keeping the Restaurant on top of the standards.

• Attends and occasionally holds daily briefings with the Restaurant FOH staff before start of operation.

• Develops and teaches Wine Academy for all Food & Beverage staff on a regular basis to ensure high quality service including basic knowledge, techniques on corking and servicing will be demonstrated.

• Maintains accurate inventory and ensures wine menus reflect current product.

• Occasionally is responsible for putting away purchased wine deliveries.

• Prints, writes and makes changes to all wine lists as needed.

• Process sales through POS and properly process payments.

• Manages the monthly wine inventory process in addition to ensuring all necessary equipment is in stock and in proper working order. Wine cellars are to be maintained for cleanliness, temperature, lighting, etc.

Skills/Requirements

• The ideal candidate for this position has a degree in restaurant/hotel management and/or has worked in a food and beverage position in an upscale Hotel/Restaurant for a minimum of 2 years.

• Minimum 2 years' experience selling fine wine.

• Experience as a server or bartender required.

• Adequate level of skill with use of common computer systems including all Office products.

• Must be Level I certified Sommelier through The Court of Master Sommeliers.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates' development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual's personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at ~~~ .

It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact ~~~ . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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