General Information
Country/Region
Italy
Province/City
Tuscany
Hiring Entity
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
Department
Food & Beverage - Services
Job Type
Fixed Term Contract
Job Description
Discover your Calling
We are recruiting for a Head Sommelier position to join the team at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco for the 2026 season. As Head Sommelier, you will create and update the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Restaurant Operations Manager, recommend food and wine pairings, advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices.
Job Description
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Responsible for delivering on the brand’s promise and provide exceptional dining experience at all times.
- Knowing LQA standards and applying them consistently. He/She also ensures that the people he/she supervise also know the processes and ensure that these are applied consistently.
- Strong knowledge of Rosewood standards and their correct application to ensure they are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
- Exhibit friendly, caring, and courteous manners when dealing with guests, staff, and fellow employees.
- Motivating and providing a working environment in which associates are productive and working together to their strongest ability.
- Ensuring positive communication between associates and managers to ensure keeping the morale high.
Job Requirements
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Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in a sizeable luxury hotel, with at least 1 years in similar position.
- Knowledge of LQA/Forbes standards.
- Strong written and spoken Italian and English.
- AIS Certificate, Wset Certificate is a plus.
- High level of attention to detail and refined manners with exceptional communication skills.
- Model the company’s culture, vision, mission and core values at all times.
- Identify departmental needs and actively participate on fulfilling any internal training need that arise
Being part of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco team means that training and development opportunities are available and with the hotel being a key part of Rosewood’s global expansion plans, this role could be a stepping stone to exciting international career opportunities.
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About Us
Explore
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is located in Montalcino, Tuscany, in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val d’Orcia, and it is infused with breath-taking natural beauty, Italian heritage and lifestyle, and a vibrant culture defined by centuries of history and traditions. The resort offers 42 suites, 11 villas, two restaurants, a cooking school, The Spa and a curated selection of activities and excursions. The 5000-acre estate also embraces an historical Brunello di Montalcino winery and an exclusive private members' golf club.
Rosewood Hotels and Resorts operates a distinctive collection of 33 iconic hotels and resorts in 21 countries around the world. Guided by our A Sense of Place® philosophy, each property offers residential-style luxury, intuitive service, and a distinct character inspired by the culture, history, geography, and community of its locale.
Relationship Hospitality
We believe that true hospitality springs from the nurturing and building of strong and lasting relationships with fellow associates, guests, partners, and the communities. We do this by recognizing and valuing each other on a personal level, understanding individuality and respecting differences. We recognize our guests’ individual needs, engage them with warm and genuine service, delivered with passion and dedication on a day-by-day basis.
Benefits
At Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco we want our associates to feel appreciated for everything they do and bring to the company’s success. We believe that an excellent work-life balance is one of the keys to employee engagement and satisfaction, as well as continuous training and opportunities for professional growth within an international company such as Rosewood Hotels & Resorts. This is our way to say Thank You.
When you work for us you:
- Get 2 days off per week
- Free return shuttle from Buonconvento to Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco from morning till late
- Single/double room accommodation directly rented by the hotel on your behalf
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Canteen service managed by one of the best Italian collective catering companies;
- Complimentary Laundry on a selected number of items
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Starting from the second year of service access to the vantaggi plan, according to company regulations;
- 90-day induction program for new joiners
- LQA and Forbes standard trainings, Attitude Training, Managerial Effectiveness, Train the Trainer
- Monthly appreciation and recognition contest among Associates;
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Task force opportunity worldwide;
- Will have the pleasure of working for the 2022 ‘Best Hotel in the World’ according to Travel + Leisure magazine
La nostra informativa sul trattamento dati è consultabile al seguente link https://www.castigliondelbosco.com/lavora-con-noi_Hotel.html
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