Head Sommelier – Six Senses Zighy Bay

Job title: Head Sommelier – Six Senses Zighy Bay

Company: IHG Hotels & Resorts


Job description: Job Description:As Head Sommelier, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.
Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and its strategic planning and development and ensure all directives, practices and initiatives are implemented, embraced, adopted within the hotel/resort.Duties and Responsibilities
As Head Sommelier, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Food & Beverage department to provide exceptional product and service within brand operating standards.
The duties and responsibilities will include:

• I will ensure that all set policies, procedures, best practices are in place and rigorously enforced.
• I will support the Director of Food & Beverage and focus on the rejuvenation of the restaurant/culinary experience. Food & Beverage amenities, menus and wine lists will be constantly assessed to remain relevant and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• I will work in partnership with Guest Services, Reservations, and Front Office to ensure guest’s needs are determined /met.
• I will have a full knowledge of menus and specials of all outlets and a good knowledge of the wine list and be able to recommend wine .
• I will have a thorough knowledge of all facilities and services offered by the resort.

Qualifications
To execute the position of Head Sommelier, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-3 years restaurant management experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality Management Degree or some college preferred.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• I have an excellent command of written and spoken English, and I am able to live in a remote location for extended periods of time and travel on single status.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Head Sommelier at Six Senses Zighy Bay. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.Six Senses Zighy Bay is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.About Us: At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?About the Team:Six Senses serves as a changemaker and maintains a leadership commitment to community, sustainability, emotional hospitality, wellness, and crafted experiences, infused with a touch of quirkiness.Whether an exquisite island resort, mountain retreat, or urban hotel; Six Senses unites a diverse, multinational, and multicultural portfolio of properties. Each host brings to life the values in their own way, while delivering on the brand’s vision: to reawaken people’s senses so they feel the purpose behind their travels and ultimately reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.You’re about to be the author of this journey that takes you through life’s undiscovered passageways, hidden treasures, and meaningful experiences.It’s a story unlike any other. Out of the ordinary, one could say. A journey across lands and seas, a tale about what it means to connect to the world around us.Let the journey begin.

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Location: Oman

Job date: Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:28:31 GMT

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