About Jumeirah:
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.
JUMEIRAH MARSA AL ARAB
About Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab:
Nestled at the tip of a peninsula at the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive private beach, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is the city’s newest luxury lifestyle destination featuring a resort, exclusive residences, an 82-berth superyacht marina, a state-of-the-art spa and fitness centre and a wide range of curated dining experiences. With its avant-garde superyacht inspired design, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab completes the nautical trilogy alongside the wave-shaped Jumeirah Beach Hotel and the iconic sail-inspired Jumeirah Burj Al Arab.
About the Job:
An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sommelier to join the F&B Service team in Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
- Monitor and manage wine stock, ensure proper rotation, storage, and minimize wastage from opened bottles.
- Support service by recommending wines, refilling glasses, and taking new orders during service.
- Prepare mise en place, keep wine cabinets clean and organized, and label open bottles correctly.
- Communicate wine availability updates and suggest changes to wine lists when needed.
- Participate in daily briefings, share feedback, and assist the team when required. Join training sessions, tastings, and contribute to team wine knowledge.
- Assist in inventories, report variances, and complete assigned tasks on time. Maintain wine chillers at correct temperatures and record them accurately.
About You:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- One or two years of experience in the same role with a strong F&B background in a 5-star luxury property or a standalone/branded restaurant.
- Proficient in English and a second language (Russian or European languages are desirable).
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Micros, and Sevenrooms.
- Expert in Wine, WSET certification required.
- Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.
About the Benefits:
UAE GRADES O1 – O4
We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.