Our hotel

An alluring Sicilian escape, Verdura Resort occupies nearly two kilometres of private Mediterranean coastline. Home to three Kyle Phillips golf courses, a 60-metre infinity pool, six clay tennis courts, a world-class spa, four restaurants and five bars, Verdura Resort is an irresistible destination. It’s a place where rooms seem woven subtly into the Sicilian landscape, with a true sense of space and uninterrupted views of the azure waters. Above all, it’s an unforgettable resort in Sicily where our team delivers an outstanding level of service.

Main purpose:
The Sommelier is responsible for suggesting to our Guest the perfect pairing for him/her to enhance the culinary experience. He/she is in charge of the beverage service of the restaurant.
Reports to: Restaurant Manager.

Main duties & responsibilities: 

• Create a personalised interaction with the Guests and a tailor made culinary experience for each one of them, according to the company policies, procedures and standards; 
• Carry out wine tasting for our Guests; 
• Assist the Restaurant Manager in preparing the wine lists, inventory and requisitions; 
• Assist the Restaurant Manager in monitoring stock levels and suggest actions to improve sales and stock rotation; 
• Support the Restaurant Manager to develop special wine events; 
• Assist the Restaurant Manager in reaching financial and quality objectives assigned to his/her role; 
• Comply with H&S national rules and company instructions. 

We offer: 

• Seasonal contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo. 
• Learning & development activities and career opportunities. 
• Opportunity to stay in one of our hotels at a reduced rate (35€ per night) upon reaching 6 working months. You will also be entitled to 50% discount at bars and restaurants of the Company and 20% discount on wellness treatments at our Spa and on products "Irene Forte". 
• Staff celebrations. 

Competencies required: 

• Collaboration: Be able and willing to work as a team within the department and with other departments. 
• Personal Effectiveness & Communication: Demonstrate self-control and present information clearly and with confidence. 
• Personal development: Be open to and accept constructive feedback and use it to improve. Ongoing dialogue with Head of Department on own performance objectives. 
• Business orientation: Be able to follow guidelines and priorities assigned by Head of the Department in order to achieve goals in a timely and satisfactory way. Perform his/her tasks with integrity. 
• Technical Skills: Demonstrate technical competence and knowledge related to the role. 

Other requirements: 

• Professional experience, preferably in deluxe hotel or restaurant, in the same role; 
• English knowledge at Intermediate level; 
• Sommelier certification as AIS, FIS or FISAR; 
• Professional knowledge of Italian cuisine and Italian & International wines; 
• Knowledge of F&B management software (e.g. Quadranet); 
• Flexibility; 
• Attention to detail; 
• Valid HACCP certification. 

Workplace: Verdura Resort, Sciacca (AG), S.S. 115 Km 131, 92019 Sicily. 

Please apply forwarding your CV with full details and enclose the approval to process the personal data according to local privacy laws and standards (d.lgs. 196/03).