Company Details
Industry:
Hospitality
Description:
The Sands Kenya offers a variety of accommodations throughout Diani, ranging from Kenya’s ‘only’ private island resort to a ‘barefoot luxury’ beachfront resort and budget-friendly options, catering to all types of travellers.
Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
Estimated: KES 25,000 - KES 180,000 / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Description
Position Summary
- The Group Sommelier oversees the wine programme across Nomad Beach Resort and Chale Island Resort, splitting the working week between both properties. This is a highly guest-facing role combining wine service, cellar management, menu pairing, team training and wine experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Wine Programme
- Manage wine selection, wine lists, cellar stock and inventory.
- Work with the Executive Chefs on menu pairings and wine selection.
- Ensure correct wine storage, handling and service standards.
- Support purchasing and supplier coordination.
Guest Experience
- Maintain an active presence with guests across both resorts.
- Provide personalised wine recommendations and pairings.
- Host wine tastings, pairing evenings and other wine experiences.
- Lead the wine experience at Indulge, Nomad's fine-dining wine cellar.
- Support private dinners, events and special occasions.
Training
- Train restaurant and bar teams on wine knowledge, service and pairing.
- Conduct regular tastings and practical training.
- Develop team confidence in recommending and upselling wines.
Key Attributes
- Professional sommelier qualification or recognised wine certification.
- Previous experience in a quality hotel, resort or restaurant.
- Strong wine and food-pairing knowledge.
- Warm, confident and highly guest-focused.
- Strong cellar and stock-management experience.
- Confident hosting tastings and training teams.
- Fine-dining experience is an advantage.
- Strong spoken and written English.
- Contract • 6-month contract starting October 2026
- Split between Nomad Beach Resort & Chale Island Resort Salary: USD $2,000/month
- Full board provided
- Additional benefits shared during application
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