Company description

We are Eli Zabar, Inc., an iconic New York institution, a family-owned group of restaurants and retail outlets beloved by locals and tourists alike. Our locations include Eli’s Table, Bar 91, E.A.T, Eli’s Market, and more. Eli’s Table, our flagship, is an elegant neighborhood restaurant and a destination for wine lovers. With an extensive wine list and access to a cellar of 60,000 bottles, Eli's Table is one of the most exciting places to drink aged Burgundies, grower's Champagne, and Old-World wines in New York. At Bar 91, Eli’s vision of the perfect neighborhood bistro, the wine list is an extension of our main cellar, offering an ambitious and diverse wine-by-the-glass program.

We value integrity (in both people and ingredients), family, tradition, and innovation. Over decades we have delighted in original ideas, attention to detail, and constant refinement.

 

Job description

Who We Are:

We are Eli Zabar, Inc., an iconic New York institution, a family-owned group of restaurants and retail outlets beloved by locals and tourists alike. Our locations include Eli’s Table, Bar 91, E.A.T, Eli’s Market, and more. Eli’s Table, our flagship, is an elegant neighborhood restaurant and a destination for wine lovers. With an extensive wine list and access to a cellar of 60,000 bottles, Eli's Table is one of the most exciting places to drink aged Burgundies, grower's Champagne, and Old-World wines in New York. At Bar 91, Eli’s vision of the perfect neighborhood bistro, the wine list is an extension of our main cellar, offering an ambitious and diverse wine-by-the-glass program.

We value integrity (in both people and ingredients), family, tradition, and innovation. Over decades we have delighted in original ideas, attention to detail, and constant refinement.

The Role:

The Sommelier will be responsible for wine service on the floor, maintaining and growing an extensive wine cellar and providing unique and thoughtful wine experiences. You will contribute to our ongoing staff education program and keep our team up to date on all changes to the wine list and the wine program. You will be working alongside our Wine Director to ensure the cellar is organized and service goes smoothly.

Sommeliers work as part of the service team and must act as leaders on the floor, driving service and enhancing the guest experience through all beverage offerings.

The position requires a minimum of three years of similar professional experience in an upscale dining environment, a teamwork mindset, a strive for excellence and learning. The ideal candidate will be passionate about hospitality and possess strong communication skills. 

Compensation

this position is: salaried, 75k-100k

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Deadline

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