Sommelier Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the sommelier opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for knowledgeable advise to guests on wine selection in a professional and friendly manner, and serve all drinks with accuracy and attention to detail.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Excellent knowledge of food products, dishes and the preparation methods, profound knowledge of customer service and of all beverage products such as spirits, wines, beers, cocktail and cocktail preparation methods is essential
• London market experience is desirable
• Have a good knowledge of wine
• Completed WSET Level 2 course
• Passionate about wines
• Confident and cool when dealing with guests and colleagues
• Communicate with the Assistant beverage Manager/ Head Mixologist on a daily basis
• Extensive knowledge of wines and wine regions

Please consider me for the sommelier opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for an exceptional experience with both wine and food, upselling at the right opportunity.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• He / she takes on challenges in a confident manner and uses emotional skills to identify problems and resolve them
• He / she is a role model for teamwork, and proactively goes out of ones way to help others
• He / she adjusts approach and leadership style to suit cultural differences of colleagues globally
• Professional experience within the same role in deluxe hotel or restaurant
• Excellent spoken English and French, any additional language will be highly regarded
• Passion for Wine and a good understanding of Château Latour
• Relevent Certificates of Tea Master
• Knowledge of Adaco/ FnB Shop

Please consider me for the sommelier opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for excellent guest service and improve revenues through wine & beverage sales.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and other departments
• Work experience in hotel operations will be preferred
• Diploma or certificate from an accredited wine course
• Microsoft Office application literacy, cross-cultural work environments exposure
• Strong leadership, management, organisational and communication skills with sommelier experience in international 5 star environments and with a strong training background
• Demonstrate an understanding of business acumen, support and assist the restaurant manager with cost controlling, forecasting and knowledge of industry trends
• Demonstrate experience of guests’ recovery and conflict handling
• Micros or other similar POS system knowledge is taken into consideration

In response to your job posting for sommelier, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for and manage a comprehensive wine and beverage list in order to maximise guest satisfaction.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Excellent management, organisational and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and English communication skills
• An understanding of business acumen, support and assist the restaurant manager with cost controlling, forecasting and knowledge of industry trends
• Experience of guests’ recovery and conflict handling
• Court of Master Sommeliers Introductory Course completion
• Working knowledge of wine production and region is necessary
• To organise and assist with the service of beverages along with the correct accompaniments, using the correct equipment and glasses, to the standard set down by the Restaurant Manager
• To update and maintain the wine list on a weekly basis (prices and vintages)

I am excited to be applying for the position of sommelier. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for intuitive service, with absolute understanding of our guests needs to create exceptional service experiences, that result in lasting memories.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Fluent Japanese speaking with relevant experience is preferred
• Familiar with Japanese culture will be advantageous
• Strong background in wines and spirits
• Minimum Level 1 WSET
• Team minded and approachable
• WSET level 2 or 3 or equivalent
• Worked in cultural diverse workforce
• Intermediate level - Microsoft Office applications- particularly Excel and power point