Sommelier - Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

Sommelier Opportunity at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

As a leading hotel in the luxury market, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is looking for a Sommelier to join the Gemma Team at this beautiful property!

This Forbes 5-Star, AAA 5-Diamond hotel has 170 rooms, 6,300 square feet of banquet space, and 4 food and beverage outlets. This includes a new Italian Tuscan Steakhouse, a rooftop restaurant, lobby lounge, and in-room dining.

At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work! As a Sommelier, and recommending wines you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Curate an exceptional wine program: Collaborate with Culinary and Food & Beverage leadership to select, update, and manage the wine list to complement the menu and align with department strategy
• Enhance the guest experience: Recommend wine pairings, educate guests on varieties and pricing, and ensure wines are served at the correct temperature and in proper glassware
• Contribute to revenue growth: Develop and implement strategies to enhance wine sales, including special promotions and supplier partnerships
• Optimize beverage costs: Analyze costs, negotiate pricing with vendors, and manage ordering for hotel operations and special events
• Host engaging wine events: Organize tastings, "wine of the month" promotions, and other activations to increase guest engagement and drive sales
• Train and develop team member expertise: Educate team members on wine pairings, service techniques, and product knowledge to elevate the dining experience

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience working in a fine dining, wine focused environment. Familiarity with Italian wines and culture is strongly preferred.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:

• Incredible travel perks Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guestswe build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel. Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the careerand help us make every stay a little more magical.