Sommelier, Restaurant R’evolution
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Before you apply
LocationRoyal Sonesta New Orleans, LA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentFood & Beverage
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 16, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, food pairings, wine service standards, and beverage trends
Excellent communication, storytelling, and guest engagement skills with a warm and approachable service style
Ability to drive beverage sales and create elevated guest experiences through personalized recommendations
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality and fine dining environment
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams
Passion for hospitality, wine culture, guest experience, and creating memorable dining moments
Previous Sommelier, beverage service, fine dining, restaurant, hotel, luxury hospitality, or Food & Beverage experience preferred
Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or equivalent wine certification preferred
Strong organizational skills with experience managing wine inventory, ordering, and cellar operations preferred
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed
We’re People People. Are you?
We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast 🚀).
With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.
But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).
What this role is all about
What this role is all about:
At Sonesta, exceptional dining experiences are all about the details — and the right wine experience can elevate a meal into something unforgettable. As a Sommelier, you’ll curate and deliver elevated wine and beverage experiences while helping guests discover pairings, flavors, and moments they’ll remember long after their stay.
This role is perfect for someone who’s passionate about wine, hospitality, guest engagement, and creating sophisticated yet approachable dining experiences. You’ll work closely with Culinary, Food & Beverage, and restaurant teams to manage wine programs, support service excellence, and drive beverage sales and guest satisfaction across the hotel’s dining outlets and events.
If you’re knowledgeable, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality and wine culture — we’d love to meet you.
What you’ll be doing
What you’ll be doing :
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Curate and manage hotel wine programs, wine lists, and beverage offerings across restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, and special events.
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Provide elevated guest service by recommending wine pairings, educating guests on selections, and creating memorable dining experiences.
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Partner closely with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams to develop food and wine pairing experiences, seasonal offerings, and specialty beverage programs.
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Train and support restaurant and beverage teams on wine knowledge, service standards, tasting notes, and upselling opportunities.
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Maintain strong knowledge of wines, vineyards, varietals, regions, vintages, spirits, and beverage trends.
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Monitor wine inventory, ordering, storage, rotation, pricing, and cellar management to maintain quality and profitability.
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Support beverage sales growth through upselling initiatives, wine dinners, tastings, promotions, and guest engagement opportunities.
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Ensure proper wine presentation, opening, decanting, serving, and storage procedures are consistently followed.
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Partner with vendors, distributors, and suppliers to source wines and maintain strong beverage partnerships.
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Assist with banquet functions, VIP experiences, private dining, weddings, and special events as needed.
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Follow responsible alcohol service guidelines, sanitation standards, and hotel operational procedures at all times.
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Help create an elevated, welcoming, and guest-focused atmosphere aligned with Sonesta’s People People culture.
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Any other duties as assigned.
Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information
What great looks like:
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Previous Sommelier, beverage service, fine dining, restaurant, hotel, luxury hospitality, or Food & Beverage experience preferred.
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Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, food pairings, wine service standards, and beverage trends.
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Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET, or equivalent wine certification preferred.
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Excellent communication, storytelling, and guest engagement skills with a warm and approachable service style.
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Ability to drive beverage sales and create elevated guest experiences through personalized recommendations.
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Strong organizational skills with experience managing wine inventory, ordering, and cellar operations preferred.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality and fine dining environment.
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Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with Culinary and Food & Beverage teams.
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Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
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A passion for hospitality, wine culture, guest experience, and creating memorable dining moments.
How we reward you
At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.