Francescana at Maria Luigia is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Sommelier to join our team.

We are seeking a friendly and professional individual who can guide our guests through their culinary experience with a deep knowledge of our menu, wine list, and the local territory.

Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain our wine list.
• Provide wine pairing recommendations.
• Manage weekly wine deliveries (loading and unloading).
• Conduct periodic inventory.
• Oversee the purchase and sale of spirits featured on the trolley.
• Ensure the cellar is fully stocked at all times.
• Inform guests about the range of available wines.
• Collaborate closely with the dining room staff during dinner service.
• Manage the wine cellar and maintain communication with suppliers and producers.

Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of both English and Italian; a third language is a plus.
• Sommelier certification or a degree in hospitality is a plus.
• At least one year of experience as a sommelier or in a hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of wines—local and international—and of their regions of origin.
• Solid understanding of beverage cost control and cellar management.
• Availability to work on weekends.
• Strong communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible.
• Enjoys interacting with people.
• Good organizational skills.

Applications that do not meet the required profile will not be considered.

This job posting is open to candidates of any gender, as required by laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and nationalities, in accordance with legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.