Sommelier

The Flagstaff House Restaurant in Boulder, CO is looking to fill a Sommelier & Server position. Every year since 1983 the Flagstaff House has received the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award for having one of the most coveted wine lists in the world. Our wine cellar of over 15,000 bottles includes a wide variety of vintages including boutique selections and hard to acquire bottles. Some of our most recognized features include having one of the largest collections of Domaine Romanée-Conti Grand Cru Burgundies in the world, over 30 vintages of Dom Perignon, one of the world’s few complete Chateau Mouton Rothschild Artist Collections, over 20 vintages of Australia’s Penfolds Bin 95 Hermitage and deep verticals of wine from across the world..Essential Job FunctionsConduct regular staff trainings with servers and bartendersKeep wine cellars, as well as wine stations, clean and organizedNightly wine service: have very strong product knowledge and be able to perform the sale and service of all the beverage products following the Flagstaff House Restaurant service standards, must serve alcohol responsiblyWork closely with the bartending team and develop seasonal cocktail menusAvailability to work evenings and weekendsOverall positive demeanor and be hospitable by natureSomeone who seeks growth in our field of hospitality and seeks depth of knowledge pertaining to all libations.Strong food and wine pairing knowledge, and ability to create a wine/food tasting menu Additional RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredMinimum Certified Sommelier through the CMS or WSET equivalent  Advanced beverage knowledge, including wine, spirits and beerPrevious restaurant and wine program experience is a mustAbility to work well with a teamPhysical Demands: must be able to carry cases of wine (up to 50 lbs), and stay on feet for several hoursMust have flexible schedule, and be able to work nights, weekends and holidaysFine dining experience preferred.