Sommelier Volterra

Sommelier
Volterra
Toscana, Volterra

Borgo Pignano, a 750 acre private estate hidden away in the hills and valleys of Tuscany whose ethos is a commitment to slow food, slow living and sustainable organic farming, is looking for an engaging and proactive SOMMELIER for the months from March to October 2025. Main Responsabilities -Ensure that the wine list is constantly updated -Demonstrate excellent food and wine knowledge, being able to recommend and pair appropriate wines for the chosen food to all guests -Manage all duties relating to orders, requests and returns of unusable drinks, maintaining sufficient stock levels -Ensure all drinks are stored safely -Organize the cellar and all related paperwork efficiently to ensure complete monthly inventories -Support and collaborate with the dining room team to ensure the success of the service -Managing the wine tasting experience -Collaborate with the other team for create an exeptional experience for the guests Requirements -At least 3/4 years' working experience in a similar position and in a luxury hospitality industry -Must be fluent in Italian with and English. A third European language would represent and advantage Excellent communication skills in all aspects: verbal, written and non-verbal -Sommelier diploma and excellent knowledge of the national and international wine scene; -Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays -Must be able to relate to guests -Excellent attention to detail and a solid knowledge of Food & Beverage -Team player -Excellent grooming -Respect for nature and for the values that the earth represents -Own car If needed, the successful candidates will be provided with accommodation. Please send your curriculum vitae and consent to the processing of personal data, in accordance with the GDPR and Article 13 of Legislative Decree 30 June 2003, No. 196 of the Code for the Protection of Personal Data