Occupation

471631 Sommelier

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

471631 Sommelier

Advises customers and businesses on the matching of wine and other alcoholic beverages with food menu items.

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Curates and updates the wine list for the establishment
  • Provides guidance to Chefs and kitchen staff on pairing wines and other alcoholic beverages with menu items
  • Decants, presents and pours wines for customers
  • Collaborates with vendors and suppliers on the procurement of specific beverages
  • Keeps up to date on wines and other beverage releases and seasonal trends
  • Tastes and evaluates new wines ensuring they meet the appropriate standards
  • Trains front of house staff to ensure customers are recommended wines and other alcoholic beverages that match with food menu items