About the Role
hed NYC is a modern Thai restaurant in West Chelsea โ the New York flagship of East West Cuisine Hospitality, recently featured in The New York Times and Forbes. We're a young, growing team and we're looking for a motivated, team-oriented Sommelier to join us.
This is a hands-on floor role. As a new restaurant, we all wear multiple hats โ we want someone who takes pride in showing up, helping where needed, and contributing to the energy of the room
Sommelier Expectations
- Precise, warm wine and beverage service throughout the shift
- Guide guests through selections with confidence and zero pretension
- Develop pairings that complement our modern Thai tasting menu and ร la carte offerings
- Maintain full knowledge of the wine list, sake, spirits, cocktails, and BTG offerings
- Keep the cellar, wine station, and storage areas organized and service-ready at all times
- Train and coach servers and bartenders on wine knowledge and pairings during pre-shift and throughout service
- Assist with FOH floor operations as needed โ running food, supporting tables, pitching in wherever the team needs you
Qualifications
- 2+ years sommelier or senior wine service experience in fine dining or upscale dining
- Formal credential required โ CMS Certified Sommelier, WSET Level 3/Diploma, or equivalent
- Knowledge of Old and New World wines; sake a plus
- Asian or Thai cuisine pairing experience highly valued
- A genuine team player โ no ego, high standards, ready to roll up your sleeves
More detail about HED NYC - EWC Hospitality Group part of East West Cuisine Hospitality Group, please visit
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