Sommelier

Hotel Brand: Six Senses
Location: Turkey, Mugla

Hotel: Kaplankaya (DLMKT), Bozbuk Mahallesi, Merkez Sokak,, NO: 198, Milas, 48200

Job number: 122858



Duties and Responsibilities

Vision and Values
As Sommelier, I fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them, plus our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness. By embracing the Six Senses vision and values, I will deliver an exceptional experience for guests and develop hosts to be the very best they can be.

Wellness
I will fully embrace and safeguard the wellness philosophy, concepts, programs and brand initiatives. This includes participating in our Mission Wellness activities.

As one of the pillars of Wellness, I will safeguard the Eat With Six Senses program and make sure that this program and all other nutritional brand initiatives are fully embraced within the In Villa Dining department. All aspects of these wellness will be adopted and implemented throughout the department.

Sustainability
Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. As Sommelier, I will ensure all directives on environmental protection and preservation, re-usage and minimum wastage, purchasing and packaging such as the abolition of single-use plastic, social responsibility and all other practices documented in the Sustainability Guidelines are followed in my department. I will support a harmonious and sensitive approach to our environment and cultural surroundings.

I will follow the Sustainability Guidelines as they relate to my department and set goals to improve my department’s performance.

Out of the Ordinary 
I will deliver Out of the Ordinary experiences that inspire the spirit of hospitality by delighting others and creating stories. I will deliver experiences that harmonizes with our brand values and create an appetite towards innovation and raise the bar. I will combine quirky, element of surprise and original experiences and take any regular moment and craft it into a beautiful memory.

Operational Ownership
In this role, I will support the efficient operation of F&B department to provide exceptional products and services within Six Senses brand operating standards and budget.

I will work strategically with the Dir. of F&B to develop cohesive and productive goals for my department and establish procedures/guidelines to achieve them.  I will support an overall consistency of the Company’s vision, quality/standards and develop concepts consistent with brand identity.

My scope of work includes:
•   Keep abreast of industry trends and practices and update knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering.
•   Products and services will be constantly assessed and reviewed to remain relevant, innovative and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
•   Focus and support our rigorous adherence to LQA standards.
•   Assist on providing an exceptional guest experience service in F&B Department. 
•   Effectively carry out service recovery or charge our hosts to do so in the event of guest complaints.
•   Assist on the monthly inventory.
•   Manage a station in the dining room by providing great wine service and taking advantage of all opportunities to increase beverage sales. 
•   Conduct Wine Seminars for our guests. Conduct Wine Tastings/Dinners for our guests. 
•   Conduct Wine Training Sessions for Restaurant and Beverage Hosts. 
•   Decant properly older vintages, with the showmanship and standards required by traditional wine.
•   Assist in the control of their outlet operational budget, ensuring that all costs are strictly controlled maximizing profitability.
•   Inspect condition and cleanliness of menus and wine list, ensure designated amounts are available, and update menus or wine lists as changes occur.
•   Pair wines with food, recommending those that will complement the different styles of cuisine and the different methods of food preparation. 
•   Organize their mis-en-place before every meal in order to ensure proper service. 
•   Organize and supervise wine sales and service in the outlets. 
•   Thorough knowledge of all facilities and services offered by the property.
•   Support updating guest history profile.
•   Deliver a crafted experience for all of our guests and foster a desirable place to work for all of our hosts.
•   A high standard of personal appearance, grooming and hygiene, plus comprehensive knowledge of safety, security and emergency procedures will be maintained by myself and all hosts in line with brand and statutory requirements.
•   Ensure that interaction and communications between departments within the property are clear and  support the smooth running of the department. 
•   Ensure that all activities within my department are carried out ethically, honestly and within the parameters of local law.
•   Review storage to ensure stock is on hand, properly stored and in line with Six Senses control and hygiene standards.
•   Provide guidance and control portions and presentations of orders.
•   Minimize payroll costs by maximizing productivity and efficient scheduling of hosts.
•   Prepare and submit legally required and confidential documentation related to the operation.
•   Complete accurately all corporate reporting requirements for the role.
•   Attend or conduct the designated meetings and briefings as instructed by my manager.
•   Perform any additional duties given to me by my manager.

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?

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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