Sommelier - Charleston, SC
3 hours ago
Job description
Established award-winning restaurant group in Charleston, SC is interviewing for a Sommelier/Manager position at their flagship restaurant FIG (Food Is Good).
FIG, founded in 2003, is credited with championing the local food movement. We are committed to our family of purveyors whose products are the driving force and inspiration for our work. Paying respect to their efforts and traditions is essential to our mission.
However, the FIG experience is about more than just food. A sincere effort to educate our staff on all aspects of food and beverage culture is the basis for our service philosophy. It is our goal that guests feel special, comfortable and well taken care of. Once a humble corner bistro, FIG has since garnered three James Beard Foundation Awards becoming one of the top dining destinations in the Southeast.
This position will be involved in all aspects of the daily restaurant operations, with a strong focus on staff training, and oversight of nightly service, Working closely with the rest of management team to achieve goals, you will be responsible for purchasing, inventory management/organization, tastings and the creative process. Ideal candidate should have extensive wine and beverage knowledge, and have some experience curating and overseeing a relevant wine program.
What we expect from you:
- Genuine respect and love for hospitality and connecting with people
- Strive to exceed guest expectations nightly
- Commitment to on-going education and growth, both professionally and personally
- Passion for community and a work culture that supports sustainability and a local network of purveyors
- Strong knowledge of the food and beverage world
- Professional, polished, dependable, and focused
- Organized and detail oriented
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Respectful and kind towards co-workers of all levels
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ambitious and self-motivated
- Full time flexibility and availability
What you can expect from us:
- Independently owned and operated business with hands-on approach
- A positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment
- Stability and strong communication
- Professional co-workers and management teams dedicated to your success
- Genuine enthusiasm for sustainability and community
- Hands on learning with a thoughtful and diverse menu and beverage program
- Upward mobility and growth opportunities
Accolades:
JBF Best Chef Southeast Chef Mike Lata, FIG Restaurant
JBF Best Chef Southeast Chef Jason Stanhope, FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Wine Program FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Restaurant Finalist (2019 & FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Chef Semi-finalist (2017 & Chef Mike Lata
JBF Best New Restaurant Finalist The Ordinary
Best New Restaurant GQ, Esquire, Bon Appetit The Ordinary
Slow Food Legend Award - Chef Mike Lata
Eater National 38 - FIG Restaurant
GoodFood rings) - FIG & The Ordinary
Compensation:
Based on experience
Perks & Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits plans including health insurance with company contribution; dental, vision and life insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Parking
- Incentive programs
- Assistance obtaining Sommelier and/or Cicerone certification
- Dining discounts
- Daily Meal
- Closed for major holidays
- Closed two days a week (Sunday and Monday)
More detail about FIG part of Food Is Good Hospitality
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