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WINE DIRECTOR/SOMMELIER
Yountville, CA
Be part of the beginning! Join the team of the newest restaurant in Yountville, Clementine!
JOB SUMMARY:
The Wine Director oversees all aspects of the wine program at Clementine, ensuring a world-class experience for our guests while aligning with our commitment to luxury, hospitality, and exceptional service. This leadership role is both strategic and hands-on, supporting the daily operations of the restaurant and collaborating closely with the culinary, service, and events teams to enhance the wine and dining experience.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Curate and maintain a dynamic, award-worthy wine list with an emphasis on Napa Valley and international selections.
- Oversee wine purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships, ensuring optimal cost and quality.
- Lead ongoing staff wine education, tastings, and certification programs to enhance team knowledge and service.
- Manage wine pairings for seasonal menus, special events, and chef’s tastings.
- Actively participate in daily restaurant operations, including service periods, pre-shift meetings, and team coaching.
- Support FOH management with floor coverage, guest interaction, and service recovery when needed.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership to ensure a seamless wine and culinary experience.
- Monitor wine service standards and ensure team compliance with all responsible alcohol service regulations.
- Build relationships with guests, guiding them through the wine list and offering personalized recommendations.
- Host wine dinners, winemaker events, and exclusive tastings to elevate the Estate experience.
- Identify opportunities to drive wine sales and increase average check through strategic programming.
- Maintain up-to-date wine menus, digital platforms, and POS systems.
- Analyze wine sales reports and adjust offerings accordingly to maximize profitability.
- Work closely with the GM and marketing team to promote the wine program through events, partnerships, and outreach.
- Foster a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and continuous improvement in line with Estate Yountville values.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Wine Director, Sommelier, or equivalent in a luxury or fine-dining environment.
- Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) or equivalent preferred.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, teach, and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Exceptional guest service, communication, and wine sales abilities.
- Passion for wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences.
Estate Yountville offers an attractive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Estate Yountville is an equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans)
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Chef Thomas Keller’s Yountville destination, The French Laundry, is looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about food, beverage and hospitality to join the team as a Sommelier .
Opened in 1994, Chef Keller’s three-starred Michelin restaurant remains one of the most highly regarded fine dining destinations worldwide. The French Laundry’s daily changing tasting menu is centered around seasonal ingredients—many of which are sourced from the neighboring culinary garden—prepared with French techniques.
Our team of hospitality professionals strives to set new standards in service. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar fine dining environment.
Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants is founded on a culture of mentorship and provides a solid foundation of skills to support our profession. We are proud to offer:
- 401K with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4.0% of your salary as matching contributions
- Competitive health insurance options, with employer contributions toward your premium based on the plan you choose *
- Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness plans, pet insurance and long-term disability insurance.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Daily family meal
- Scholarship programs
- Peer mentorship program
- Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties
- Gym membership discount
Who we are:
With more than 10 properties and 800 employees, the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) has grown from one restaurant to a large family of businesses.
TKRG proudly represents The French Laundry, Per Se, The Surf Club Restaurant, Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, Ad Hoc, La Calenda and Regiis Ova Caviar & Champagne Lounge. The properties and people Chef Keller inspires are known for setting new standards in cuisine, service and employment experiences. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the hospitality profession. As we have expanded over time, the expectations that set apart our restaurants have not changed: ensuring that every guest feels special, and every guest experience is exceptional. A guest can walk into The French Laundry or one of the Bouchon Bakeries and have the most enjoyable, unique and memorable experience. A chef will find the same blue aprons and green tape in each of our kitchens—symbols of a common striving for excellence. Outside the kitchens, every action we take must reflect the generosity, nurturing and finesse within. As members of the TKRG family, we have the responsibility to ensure this consistency. Beyond it all is a mission, perhaps summed up best by Chef Keller himself. “To make people happy, one guest at a time,” he says. “That is what cooking is all about.”
Looking for other opportunities with our group? Check out open positions on: ThomasKeller.com/careers
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.
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