Sommelier

Sommelier Opportunities | Award-Winning Wine Program 

We’re looking for experienced, self-assured professionals who understand and deliver the standards of world-class service and hospitality. If you’re interested in joining a growing restaurant group and collaborating with some of the city’s leading culinary and hospitality talent, we’d love to connect! 

Awards & Industry Recognition 
Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants has received numerous accolades for culinary excellence, service, and innovation, including:

• Michelin Guide Washington, DC – One Star: Fiola, 2016-present 
• Michelin Guide Washington, DC – Recommended: Fiola Mare, Del Mar, Sfoglina
• James Beard Foundation – Award-Winning Chef & Multiple Semifinalist Recognitions
• James Beard Foundation – Award-Winning Chef & Multiple Semifinalist Recognitions
• Wine Spectator – Grand Award, 2019-present
• Wine Spectator – Best of Award of Excellence, 2014-present
• Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMMY Awards) – Multiple Finalist Honors
• Washingtonian Magazine – “100 Very Best Restaurants”
• The Washington Post – Three Stars

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Conduct the highest level of fine wine service standards
• Balance floor presence with wine cellar responsibilities without disrupting service flow
• Maintain consistent presence on the floor during all scheduled shifts
• Drive wine sales by engaging with guests at all tables, including by-the-glass and private dining service
• Update and maintain printed wine lists, including daily changes to pricing and inventory
• Attend pre-shift briefings and document relevant guest, food, beverage, and operational updates
• Maintain an organized wine cellar at all times, ensuring cellar spaces remain clean, secure, and properly organized
• Maintain full awareness of wines being served throughout each shift
• Conduct monthly inventory using Binwise software for daily and monthly operations
• Complete all opening side work, handover, and closing duties per established task lists
• Conduct tastings for potential wine purchases (when approved and in coordination with Corporate Wine Director)
• Follow all operational procedures as outlined by Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants and management
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

• Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants offers full-time employees company subsidized health insurance. A full-time employee must work on average 30 hours per week to qualify for health insurance benefits. Coverage begins on the first of the month after the 60th day of employment. The insurance enrollment period is between 30 and 90 days of employment.

• Be part of an award-winning, growing restaurant group  
• Competitive pay  
• Training and professional development opportunities  
• Complimentary employee meals 
• Referral bonuses  

Qualifications 

• Minimum of four years of experience in classic wine service, wine knowledge, and food pairing  
• Minimum of three years in leadership roles  
• Level II CMS certification preferred  
• Must be 21 years of age or older  
• Strong communication skills in English required  
• Friendly, outgoing, and guest-focused demeanor  
• Strong understanding of fine dining service standards