Borgo, a celebrated Mediterranean trattoria from The Marlow Collective, is seeking an Assistant Sommelier. We are looking for candidates with open availability for a full time position.

What We Offer

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance at 90 days
• Industry-leading paid time off plans + paid family leave
• 401k plan access beginning at hire
• Discounts across our group of businesses
• Access to our Employee Emergency Assistance Program for added support

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to all aspects of service, including table maintenance, food running, and building a detailed understanding of our offerings, menu and beverage alike.

• Support the management and service teams by leading wine sales on the dining room floor:

• • Recommend, present, and serve wines from our bottle list with professionalism and clarity
• Curate, promote, and upsell wine pairings, engaging guests knowledgeably, with enthusiasm and confidence
• Execute all aspects of technical wine service, including proper glassware, serving temperature, decanting, and presentation
• Support the Wine Director with:
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• Cellar management, including organization, bin system maintenance, and receiving/stocking wine orders

• Maintaining an up-to-date wine list
• Assisting in training FOH staff on wine knowledge and service standards, including contributing to pre-service briefings and tastings

What You Bring

• A minimum of 2 - 3 years of progressive wine education and hospitality experience and a commitment to deepening that knowledge base
• Be oriented towards detail, care, and collaboration
• Be reliable, focused, organized, communicative, and curious
• Be able to self-manage as well as be managed

When applicable and lawful, we deduct the tip credit of $5.50 / hour from the NY State minimum wage of $16.50 / hour.
A Wine Captain is regularly scheduled for a 4-day, 30-35 hour workweek, including weekends, but will occasionally be expected to work additional days during peak periods and/or to cover staffing shortages.
The Marlow Collective is a values-driven organization working to advance a more equitable and sustainable food system for all. We are committed to providing caring, respectful workplaces; to sourcing seasonally, locally, and organically building supportive partnerships with our farmers and producers; and to creating meaningful experiences that celebrate and connect the communities we serve. We prioritize diversity in hiring and advancement and a culture of inclusion and belonging.
While performing the duties of the job, a Wine Captain is regularly required to stand and walk; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. They must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
More detail about Borgo part of The Marlow Collectiv

• Contribute to all aspects of service, including table maintenance, food running, and building a detailed understanding of our offerings, menu and beverage alike.
• Support the management and service teams by leading wine sales on the dining room floor