Diplom Sommelier (m/f/d)

We are looking for you – because wine runs through your veins.

As a Certified Sommelier, you play a key expert role within our sommelier team and make a significant contribution to the quality, professionalism, and continuity of our wine service as well as to the lived wine culture at our Familux Resort. With a strong presence in the restaurant, you ensure excellent wine consultation, active sales support, and outstanding guest experiences.

At the same time, you support the Head Sommelier in both professional and operational matters, take responsibility for the daily implementation of the resort’s wine philosophy, and contribute to the ongoing development of the sommelier department in line with clear professional guidelines.

 
Your Main Responsibilities

Guest Service

• Independent, professional wine consultation at a high expert level
• Recommendation of suitable wines to accompany dishes based on defined pairing concepts
• Active presence during evening service with a focus on sales quality, depth of consultation, and service excellence
• Professional support of the service team in daily restaurant operations
• Care for discerning guests and handling of special guest situations 

Professional Role within the Sommelier Team

• Active support and professional guidance of junior sommeliers and service staff during daily operations
• Ensuring the consistent implementation of defined wine, service, and quality standards
• Participation in in-house events, tastings, and special wine-related functions
• Acting as the professional point of contact in daily operations in the absence of the Head Sommelier
   

Supporting the Head Sommelier

• Assisting in the maintenance and updating of the wine list and informational materials according to professional guidelines
• Support during tastings, selections, and preparatory work
• Involvement in operational and administrative wine-related tasks (e.g. allocations, refills, inventories, controls)

Standards & Development

• Implementation of defined guest service, quality, and wine standards
• Compliance with hygiene and safety regulations
• Representing the house wine philosophy in daily guest interactions
• Participation in internal training sessions and professional knowledge sharing within the team
   

What We Expect from You

Professional Qualifications

• Completed Certified Sommelier qualification (Austria, IHK, WSET Level 3 or equivalent) or several years of equivalent professional experience in high-end wine service
• Several years of professional experience in service and wine roles within upscale hospitality or gastronomy is required
• Excellent knowledge of service, wine, champagne, and beverages
• Very good German and English skills; additional languages are an advantage
   

Personal Qualities

• Passion for culinary culture, strong sensory skills, and attention to detail
• Genuine host mentality, confident appearance, and high social competence
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of direct guest interaction
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style
• Team spirit, flexibility, commitment, sense of responsibility, and customer focus
• High quality awareness, resilience, and precision

Enjoyment of varied work and strong motivation to continuously learn and grow
 

When you work at Familux Resorts, you are not just a number in the system. You are not just an employee. You are a family member.

 
As Part of the Familux Family, We Offer You:

• More than just “all-inclusive” (breakfast, lunch, dinner buffets, snacks, and drinks – also on days off)
• Accommodation in a single room available at a reduced rental rate
• Personal tips and participation in the house tip pool
• Sunday bonus after one year of service
• Minute-accurate time tracking
• Free participation in the Familux Academy with over 120 training courses
• Free use of the entire hotel infrastructure (gym, indoor pool, outdoor pool, sports hall, sauna, Wi-Fi, and much more)
• Childcare for your own children in the Kids Club (during holiday periods or permanently)
• Discounted stays in our sister hotels throughout the year – also for family members and friends

You can find all Familux benefits here: Familux Benefits

Salary according to Familux Pay from € 2,920.00 gross for a 45-hour week. (Overpayment possible depending on qualifications)

 
We firmly believe that diversity and different perspectives strengthen our team. Every application is reviewed with equal attention and fairness.