Sommelier, season 2027 - Splendido, a Belmond Hotel Portofino

Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is an emblem of Portofino’s allure. Our elevated escape is perched in the protected Portofino hills, overlooking the glittering Gulf of Tigullio and charming Portofino. We are proud of our legendary past and continue to visualise our heritage of the future.

For the next season 2027, we are looking for a Sommelier to join our team Splendido.

The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges. He/She is willing to provide authentic and luxury dining experiences, demonstrating care, confidence, curiosity and community

Main duties & responsibilities:

• Fulfil the operations of the Food & Beverage outlet Monitor all aspects of the customers' experience, from the restaurant layout before they arrive to the experience they receive during the service.
• Act to enhance a flawless service and anticipate Guests’ needs Establish and maintain good relationships with all Guests and handle requests and enquiries
• Assist the head sommelier during the service
• Contribute to the achievement of the economic targets

Requirements

• Previous professional experience within the same role in a luxury environment Passion for service and ambition to grow professionally.
• Effective communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability.
• Collaboration: be able and willing to work as a team player.
• Drive results: provide genuine and consistent high levels of service by anticipating and exceeding expectations of guests and colleagues.
• Global perspective: treat each other with respect and inclusiveness regardless of position, level or background.
• Fluent in English and Italian
• HACCP certification.

Benefits

• We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Level 4, Sommelier
• Start date: March 2027 to End date: November 2027, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido and a career path.
• Monthly gross salary and separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFR
• Welfare incentive based on quality goals
• Accomodation in our staff house including breakfast Bus ticket as benefit for the contract period,
• staff cantine
• Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages

About Belmond

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties.The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service.

We treasure history while looking to the future. We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism. Belmond is part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.

Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.