Sommelier| Selva | nhow Amsterdam RAI

at  NH Hotels

SELVA - “ANOTHER NAME FOR THE AMAZON, THE LUNGS OF THE EARTH"

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Sommelier to join our team. As a Sommelier, you will be responsible for every aspect of the wine service, ranging from the creation of the wine list to storytelling for our guests at the table. Together with the Head Chef and his/her culinary team, you will create the right food and wine pairings, which always happens behind the scenes!
Are you a Sommelier looking for a challenging job opportunity? Inspired by tropical Amazon, the flavors of Latin America, and co-created by nhow Amsterdam, Selva restaurant is located on the 24th floor of nhow hotel in Amsterdam RAI. The Sonora cocktail bar and the Saffron meeting spaces complement this amazing rooftop restaurant with 140 seats and 360° views of the city of Amsterdam. The Sonora bar, the Selva service and kitchen teams count 40+ team members are very engaged, spirited, and international.

APPLY NHOW IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience as a sommelier, managing wine stock;
• Accredited sommelier certificate;
• Passion for wine and drinks in general;
• Proven track of engaging the restaurant team in wine (e.g. wine-pairing, upselling, training);
• Ambitious to learn and develop whilst on job;
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays;
• Pleasant, positive, and open attitude.
  At Selva, we aim to create an environment that is both welcoming and inspiring, where guests feel comfortable and inspired to explore the city around them. We value innovation, creativity, and diversity, and strive to create a culture that encourages our team members to express themselves and bring their unique perspectives to the table. Ultimately, Selva - the lungs of the earth - enables a story about sustainability that fits both nhow Amsterdam and our target audience.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

At Selva, we will literally lift our guests; we will bring them to a higher place to escape the busy streets of Amsterdam and let them emerge in a colorful and lush environment. Therefore, it is important that our restaurant brigade facilitates a place for them to connect and interact with others whilst enjoying food, drinks, and views that stimulate their taste buds, eyes, and ears. In short: we offer a place where they will leave with only one wish. The desire to come back soon!

YOU WILL ALSO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Delivery of wine service to the guests;
• Training the wait staff;
• Managing wine stock inventory;
• Keeping wine stocks under control;
• Wine menu development;
• Costing/margins management.