Commis Sommelier

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RB Holdings

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

New York, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Commis Sommelier supports the beverage team by managing wine deliveries and maintaining cellars. They also assist on the restaurant floor to provide exceptional hospitality and elevate the brand standards.

Qualifications

You have at least 1 year of restaurant service or wine retail experience in a high-caliber setting and possess strong knowledge of wine, service, and culinary concepts. You are able to maintain a professional demeanor, uphold superior service standards, and are eager to pursue ongoing beverage education.

Must Have Skills for ATS

wine service

culinary concepts

TIPS certification

inventory management

Job Description

Maxime’s is NYC’s newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Maxime’s mission is to provide exceptional and discreet service for our members through unparalleled hospitality. Our aim is to make members feel as though they are in a private home, enjoying outstanding food and wine surrounded by stunning decor.   

Maxime’s is a private member’s club from the entrepreneur Robin Birley, located on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, New York City.

We are seeking a Commis Sommelier to join our world- class hospitality brigade. Reporting to the Beverage Director, the Commis Sommelier will support the club beverage teams by receiving wine deliveries, maintaining cellars, and assisting on the restaurant floor while always elevating Maxime’s brand and hospitality standards.  

What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan — medical, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off — significant vacation days & personal days
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • Work-Life & Wellness Platform
  • Retail, Restaurant & Activities Discounts
  • Freshly Prepared Staff Meal on each shift
  • Uniform & Dry Cleaning Provided
  • $2000 referral bonus
  • And more exclusive perks!

What we’re looking for:

  • 1+ years minimum of restaurant service or wine retail experience in a high-caliber concept.
  • Strong knowledge of wine and wine service as well as culinary concepts and terminology. 
  • Polished personal presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Thrives in high- end environments, consistently upholding superior service standards and ensuring guest satisfaction throughout the dining experience.
  • Capable of operating autonomously with minimal oversight.
  • Maintains a professional, upbeat demeanor and embraces a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
  • TIPS certification required.
  • Pursues ongoing beverage education.
  • Supports inventory management.
  • Assists with monthly inventory audits.
  • Ability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, per the needs of the business.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll be working as part of an established team delivering exceptional experiences daily. With career progression opportunities, premium benefits, and unmatched exposure, this role is for committed and ambitious individuals who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.

*This position requires regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting as part of normal restaurant operations. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Maxime’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status. 

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RB Holdings

The Birley Clubs consist of five private members’ clubs, each of them distinct from one another and utterly unique in London - Annabel’s, Harry’s Bar, George, Mark’s Club and Bath & Racquets. We hire based on excellence, enthusiasm and passion and are extremely proud of our world-class team of diverse, international and talented people who all contribute to creating distinctively luxurious and unforgettably unique experiences for our members. We pride ourselves on providing an environment that reflects our values of service and attention to detail. These values are embedded in the way we support our team's growth, development and career and in the way we recognise them through the benefits, rewards and incentives we offer. At The Birley Clubs, we are in the business of creating memories. We value community, shared experiences, enjoyment and a life of meaningful work balanced with unforgettable entertainment which we extend to the whole Birley Family – our members and our team.
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