Sommelier

Four Twenty Five, a Restaurant by Jean-Georges Vongerichten is a stunning new dining experience under the Jean-Georges brand, opening October 2023. We are actively seeking experienced hospitality professionals to join the team! Our ideal talent embodies both hospitality and a thoughtful approach to guest experiences, works well in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and is passionate about  providing  superb hospitality to both our guests and our community.

OVERVIEW

Renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is expanding his global restaurant empire with the launch of Four   Twenty Five , a new restaurant that perfectly blends culinary excellence with architectural marvel and sustainability practices. Situated at the prestigious address of 425 Park Avenue in an L&L Holding office tower, this restaurant boasts a remarkable design by the esteemed Lord Norman Foster of   Foster+Partners , a recipient of the prestigious Pritzker Prize. Four   Twenty Five   promises an extraordinary dining experience, featuring a main mezzanine dining level   showcasing   a stunning open kitchen. Enhancing its appeal, the restaurant also boasts a captivating cocktail lounge and bar, complemented by a 24-foot painting created by artist Larry Poons above the bar.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sommelier w ill   be responsible for   helping guests and servers select wine pairings,   procuring   and managing wines, and conducting the wine service.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIE S

• Work on   the floor during service with an emphasis on beverage sales. Up-sell at all   possible opportunities
• Maintain a high-quality level of service   regarding   body language, eye contact, and proper verbiage and   seek   to positively enhance the guest experience throughout the evening.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all wine,   saké , beer, spirits, specialty cocktails, teas and sodas, and all non-alcoholic beverages.
• Assist Beverage Manager in ordering all bar products, liquor, beer, wine, and consumables to par, as   required
• Assist   in preparing for and performing a weekly inventory of all beverage department products, as   required
• Assist   in researching and conducting comprehensive beverage training for FOH staff, working in conjunction with   Management
• Assist   in   maintaining   beverage   encyclopedia
• Oversee maintenance / cleanliness of all decanters, wine stations, and all storage areas   pertaining to   beverage
• Additional   duties may be added as   deemed   necessary by the   Management

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $16.50  per hour plus tips.  The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on   a number of   factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history / job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc .

Jean-Georges is an Equal Opportunity Employer.