JOB DESCRIPTION:

Maroon is built on the story of the Jamaican Maroons, the concept bodies the spirit of resilience, resourcefulness, and the determination reflected in the Maroons' history and in the origins of jerk cooking, which emerged from survival, adaptation, and ingenuity. Chef Kwame Onwuachi is a "James Beard Award winning American Chef" known for his bold, modern expression of Afro-Caribbean and West African-influenced cuisine. Chef Kwame's mission is not only to serve food, but to create spaces that honor identity, empower com m unities, and make guests feel connected to a larger cultural story.

JOB FOCUS:

Focus is on, but not limited to the following:

·          Must be ALL ABOUT THE TEAM!

·          Must "Put the Guest "1st"

·          You must say "yes" and "thank you" often!

·          Maintain proper inventory levels of wines, other beverages and supplies

·          Order supplies through SW systems

·          Set up items on Stratton Warren, Purchase, Inventory and Master List

·          Train employees on wine and beverages service and knowledge

·          Supervise junior sommeliers on their performance

·          Enforce proper beverage service standards of all employees during service

·          Direct and engage in wine service during restaurant service hours

·          Manage POS systems with pricing, maintenance issues to ensure checks can be processed correctly

·          Taste and evaluate wines and other beverages for potential purchase

·          Maintain a level of Professionalism that will make guest want to return

·          Work as a team member, assisting all guests, and employees' needs and inquiries

·        Effectively communicate with management, chefs and culinary staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and or other employees

·          Perform other job-related duties as assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·          At least a Level 2 Sommelier Certificate preferred

·          At least five (5) years of gourmet food and beverage service experience preferred

·          Must be (21) years of age

·          Must be polished, professional, friendly, dynamic, and able to multitask and take initiative in a VIP driven and guest service focused environment

·          Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

·          Dedicated and willing to go above a beyond

·          Maintains a "sense of urgency" attitude for the completion of responsibilities/task

·          Must be able to obtain work documents as required by specific positions. Health Card, Alcohol Awareness Card etc.

·          Must be fluent in the English language, both written and oral. Multilingual skills are a plus

·          Has strong interpersonal, communication skills and hospitality driven attitude

JOB ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Regular and predictable attendance