Rosselli AX Privilege
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Head Sommelier
About the job
This is a unique opportunity to work in a professional environment; in one of the best fine dining venues in Malta, Under Grain, a one Michelin star restaurant that is part of the AX Group Privilege brand. A rare chance to join a talented team in which you will be challenged to learn and develop your skills through persistence to achieve perfection. You will be involved in the day-to-day operation and the preparation and delivery of exclusive high-end events with no equivalent on the island.
Responsibilities:
* Design and maintain an outstanding and diverse wine list aligned with the restaurant's culinary
* vision.
* Provide expert wine service and pairings to guests, elevating their dining experience.
* Train and mentor, the front-of-house team in wine knowledge and service standards.
* Manage wine inventory, ordering, storage, and stock rotation.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with wine producers, suppliers, and distributors.
* Organize wine tastings, guest events, and promotional wine activities.
* Monitor wine sales and contribute to beverage revenue targets.
* Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
Requirements:
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a sommelier role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or head sommelier position.
* Extensive experience in fine-dining or Michelin-starred environments.
* WSET Level 3 or higher (Advanced Certificate required; Diploma preferred).
* Certified Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers or equivalent is highly desirable.
* Exceptional wine knowledge across old and new world regions, vintages, varietals, and food
* pairings.
* Strong leadership and team development skills.
* Excellent communication and guest service abilities.
* High attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and handle high service volumes gracefully.
* Proficiency in POS and inventory management systems.
- Department: Sommelier
About you
- Language required: English.
The company
AX Hotels has been a leader in the hospitality industry in Malta for the past 35 years and today, its Hotel Operations are run by a dedicated professional Hotel Management Company that forms part of AX Group.
We are one of the largest chains of hotels in Malta, owning 7 different products, specializing in the 4 and 5-star segment. Three properties are located in the heart of Sliema all within each other’s reach. AX The Palace is our fashionable 5-star hotel while AX The Victoria Hotel is our 4-star accommodation with flawless 5-star service. AX Palazzo Capua is an iconic 200-year old building that is rich in history, culture and detail. AX Seashells Resort at Suncrest and AX Sunny Coast Resort & Spa are both located in Qawra. The former is an all-inclusive hotel while the latter is made up of fully serviced self-catering apartments with resort facilities. We have also taken Malta’s capital city by storm. AX The Saint John is a boutique hotel that is ideal for the independent traveller. Rosselli – AX Privilege is a 5-star luxury accommodation in the heart of Valletta, the first of its kind.
One would naturally ask – But who are you exactly? The best way you could always describe us is – Behind this great brand is a bunch of ordinary people who love to do things in an extraordinary way.