Job Description
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Picture yourself elevating every dining experience through the art of wine. When you join our Hotels team, you'll help create memorable moments by delivering exceptional wine service and expert recommendations. As a
Sommelier, you will curate and manage our wine programme, guide guests with thoughtful food and wine pairings, and ensure the highest standards of wine presentation and cellar management. Every interaction is an opportunity to enhance our guests experience and reflect the warmth and excellence of our hospitality.
Responsibilities
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Recommend wines and beverage pairings based on guests preferences and menu selections.
- Deliver professional wine service, including presentation, opening, decanting, and serving.
- Manage wine inventory, stock rotation, storage conditions, and ordering.
- Liaise with wine suppliers to source new products and maintain product availability.
- Conduct regular wine tastings and evaluate new vintages and labels.
- Support menu development through food and wine pairing recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service and local regulations.
- Maintain high standards of cellar organisation, cleanliness, and wine preservation.
Qualifications
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of
Hospitality. Acting with
Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through
Leadership. A belief that
Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of
Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the
Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
In Addition, This Role Requires The Following Minimum Qualifications
- WSET Level 2 or 3, Court of Master Sommeliers, or equivalent wine certification preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Sommelier or in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant.
- Strong knowledge of international wines, spirits, vineyards, vintages, and food pairing.
- Excellent communication, guest service, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
About Us
Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton Explore our Careers Blog to see why we're more than a great place to stay—we're a great place to work.
