Opportunity Description
Purpose of the Role
To curate and manage an exceptional wine and beverage experience that complements the lodge’s fine dining offering and enhances the overall guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
To curate and manage an exceptional wine and beverage experience that complements the lodge’s fine dining offering and enhances the overall guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain an award-worthy wine list featuring South African and international wines.
- Conduct wine tastings and pairings for guests.
- Train service staff on wine knowledge and upselling techniques.
- Manage wine cellar inventory, storage, and ordering.
- Build relationships with premium wine suppliers and estates.
- Ensure proper serving, decanting, and presentation standards.
- Monitor beverage cost control and profitability.
- Assist with special events, private dinners, and bush dining experiences.
Minimum Requirements
- Recognized Sommelier certification (e.g., WSET Level 2/3 or equiva...