Lead Sommelier - Zero Bond at Wynn Las Vegas (Full-Time & Steady Extra)

Job Description

The Lead Sommelier is responsible for maintaining the outlet wine list, controlling cost, maintaining wine storage areas, liaise with wine administrator to keep accurate inventory, training outlet staff in proper wine service, communicating with guests in a clear and professional manner, and providing excellent guest service according to Wynn Las Vegas service standards. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures all Wynn Las Vegas & Zero Bond core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied. 
• Must have the ability to promote positive, fair, and ethical relations with all team members, with all Wynn contractors, and in all interactions within the Host and Surrounding Communities, as an ambassador of the Wynn brand. 
• Works closely with the Administrative Wine Team on specific projects when appropriate. 
• Works with safety as a priority and follows department and company safety standards. 
• Maintains relevant knowledge of industry through continuing education and training. 
• Consult with membership team on wine locker sales and partnership opportunities.   
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the wine list, including new additions and seasonal offerings. 
• Provide personalized wine recommendations based on members preference and dining occasions 
• Conduct private tastings, educational seminars and exclusive wine events for members. 
• Assist wine locker members in building and managing their personal wine collections.  
• Work in conjunction with the wine manager to maintain detailed records of each wine member's collection, including purchase, consumption and preferences. 
• Follow wine service protocols set from by the company that follow the club's luxury standards. 
• Attend all required training sessions and pre-shift briefings to stay informed of daily priorities, new offerings, and member notes. 
• Performs any other job-related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

• Candidates must be able to communicate, read and write in English fluently and in a professional manner.  
• Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of work experience as a lead sommelier or manager in a luxury dining establishment.  
• Requires advanced service knowledge and expertise of wines, including vintages, regions, and varietals. 
• Sommelier Certification a plus. Cigar knowledge is a plus.  
• Requires the ability to work efficiently and within a team environment.  
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.  
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.  
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.   
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required, at present or in the future, for this position at all times. 
• Applicants must be 21 years of age or above. 

Physical Requirements & Benefits  

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, stretch, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Essential responsibilities include moderate physical ability such as lifting or maneuvering at least thirty (30) pounds, and varied instances of standing/walking.   
• Work in a smoking environment.  

Additional Information

Wynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws confidential according to EEO guidelines.