Cigar Sommelier

Company Description

Introducing Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, an extraordinary addition to Raffles Hotel's renowned portfolio. This ultra-luxury property offers a unique experience as "The Palace of the Secret Garden." With 78 private pool villas ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain redefines luxury hospitality in Bahrain. Our spacious villas, starting from 400 sqm, feature private pools and jacuzzis, providing guests with ultimate relaxation and privacy. Our dedicated team of Raffles Legendary Butlers ensures exceptional service and attention to detail, creating unforgettable moments for each guest. Conveniently located just 40 minutes from the airport and 30 minutes from the City Center, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain offers easy access to Exhibition World Bahrain, Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), and the Al Dana Amphitheater, making it an ideal choice for cultural, entertainment, and business destinations.

Job Description

As a Cigar Sommelier at Raffles Al areen palace Bahrain, you are responsible to ensure that the cigar list is up to date at all times with correct vintages. Able to pair and suggest cigars/wines/spirits that will complement the menu items to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Have a thorough knowledge of the Cigar, Food and Beverage menu that is served in the Cigar lounge
• Create and develop a PAR stock based on sustainable cigar program and guest preferences building a cigar database
• Create a relationship with suppliers (cigars/beverage) to create theme nights & promotions based on cigars.
• Assist in maintaining and improving the Cigar lounge standards of service in selling and serving the Cigars.
• Ensure the cigar list is up to date at all times with correct vintages. Able to pair and suggest cigars/wines/spirits that will complement the menu items.
• Assist guests with their cigar selection and upsell with wines/spirits.
• To actively train staff in cigar knowledge, upselling and pairing.
• Pass information which is beneficial to the team so that the ‘Guest Profile’ can be maintained in relation to favourite wines/spirits and cigar vintages.

Qualifications

• Experience and qualifications as Sommelier
• Very good knowledge of Cigars
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure remaining calm, professional, efficient, detail-oriented, attentive and patient.
• Active listening and effective communication skills.
• Team spirit and the right attitude.
• Fluent written and oral communication in English.

Additional Information

• Opportunity to join the first Raffles in Bahrain
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.