WSET (The Wine and Spirit Education Trust)
Chief Sommeliers with holders of WSET (Level 4) would be an advantage.
Chief Sommeliers
Descriptions & Duties
- Chief Sommeliers oversee the restaurant's wine operation, supervise the performance and training of the subordinates in wine and spirit operations, ensure customer satisfaction and organises wine tasting as well as monitor wine costs and perform inventory control.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Court of Master Sommeliers
Chief Sommeliers generally attain the Level 3 "Advanced Sommelier Certificate" (AS) and Level 4 “Master Sommelier” (MS) from the Court of Master Sommeliers.
Knowledge on Wine and Spirit
Chief Sommeliers should possess knowledge on wine laws in different countries, grape variety and basic characteristics, opening and serving wine technique and basic wine tasting technique. Sense of taste and smell: An extraordinary sense of smell is important for Sommeliers because they must pair wines based on floral, herbal and fruity notes with ingredients in menu items.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Professional Diploma/ Diploma or equivalent
Professional qualification
Registered with WSET Level 1 – 4 and/or Court of Master Sommeliers Certificates Level 3 & 4 would be an advantage
Experience
5 - 10 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $14,000 - $15,000
Monthly Salary $16,000 - $18,000
Monthly Salary $23,000 - $25,000
Monthly Salary $23,000 - $28,000
Monthly Salary > $35,000
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Work Environment
- Chief Sommeliers normally work in fine restaurants or hotels. They may work in late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Tools
- Bar code reader equipment - Barcode scanners
- Linear imaging scanners; Long range charged coupled device CCD barcode scanners; Point of service scanners
- Carbonated beverage dispenser - Draught foam control devices; Electronic beer line maintenance equipment; Refrigerated liquid recirculation systems; Soda dispensers
- Cocktail shakers or accessories - 3-piece cocktail shakers; 4-piece cocktail shakers; Pour spouts; Spirit measures
- Commercial use dishwashers - Glass washers; Upright glass washers
- Commercial use mixers - Drink mixers
- Sommelier knife
