Head Sommelier

Sommelier Position at Little Luck

wood Group is a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company with a diversified portfolio of upscale nightlife & restaurant concepts. The company is responsible for some of the most iconic brands in the world, including Delilah, The Nice Guy, and Bootsy Bellows, among many others. In addition to hospitality concepts, The h.wood Group offers corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world's best restaurants, nightlife, and events.

Little Luck is seeking a Sommelier to support and elevate the guest experience through expert knowledge of wine, sake, and the overall beverage program. Working closely with the Wine Director, you will assist in guiding guests through the wine and sake list, offering thoughtful recommendations, and ensuring service is warm, professional, and aligned with the restaurant's standards. Additional responsibilities include assisting with inventory management, stocking, and maintaining accuracy within the POS system. The ideal candidate is service-minded, detail-oriented, willing to learn, passionate about hospitality and education, and possesses a strong interest in wine and sake.

Maintain complete knowledge of wine and sake lists and food pairings.

Clean equipment, tools, and supplies for wine and sake service, and ensure equipment is in good working order, including cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance.

Maintain and update beverage inventory according to set pars and internal controls and request product to maintain stock.

Maintain appropriate beverage costs by managing purchases and requisitions, and by performing weekly inventory reconciliation.

Maintain accurate beverage menus and POS system. Assist with the weekly and end of period inventory reconciliations for

Meet regularly with the wine and sake trade to actively seek quality wines for the restaurant wine program as well as evaluate wines and other beverages for potential purchase.

Eliminate waste by training and supervising employees on wine knowledge, pour levels, proper storage, etc.

Verify accuracy of wine and sake deliveries ordered and received from the main warehouse and return or exchange deliveries when a warehouse error has occurred.

Lead regular beverage education sessions during pre-shift meetings.

A minimum of 2 years of experience in high volume, elevated dining restaurant.

Must have Food Handler's Certification.

Self-motivated and performance driven.

Remain in stationary position for up to 8 hours throughout the work shift.

Vision and Dental with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.

wood Group