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Blackberry Farm is a renowned Relais & Châteaux property known globally for its exquisite hospitality, world-class cuisine, and exceptional guest experiences. Situated across 4,200 acres, this small luxury resort has been serving family, friends, and guests for nearly 50 years with a dedication to impeccable service, attention to detail, and unique offerings that create memorable moments. Blackberry Farm’s commitment to excellence has earned it a pedigree as one of the most celebrated destinations in the world, making it a sought-after workplace for hospitality professionals who thrive in prestigious environments. Working at Blackberry Farm means becoming part of a welcoming and supportive team that aims to deliver legendary hospitality, unforgettable experiences, and sustainability for generations to come. The Blackberry Sommelier is a salaried leadership role that forms a critical part of the establishment’s expansive spirits and wine program. This role involves daily interactive tastings with guests and collaboration with the restaurant team to enhance the overall dining experience. The Sommelier connects patrons with small-batch wine and spirit producers from regions including California, Italy, Spain, France, Germany, and further afield, ensuring guests enjoy unique and memorable wine journeys throughout their visit. The position requires consistent learning through tasting a broad range of boutique wines and spirits, as well as maintaining ongoing relationships with wine producers and chefs featured in Blackberry Farm’s celebrated food and wine events. The Sommelier works closely with the front-of-house service staff, assuming a leadership role during dinner service to uphold Blackberry Farm’s high standards. Embracing teamwork and a positive attitude, the Sommelier helps train the service team on wine, spirits, and cocktails, supporting one unified goal: delivering exceptional service. Key responsibilities include leading tastings, providing expert floor service, managing wine inventory and restocking, participating in beverage counts, and fostering educational opportunities for staff. The role demands a cooperative approach with excellent communication skills to engage guests and team members alike. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on feet for extended periods, highlighting the role’s active and dynamic nature. Blackberry Farm offers a career-defining opportunity with a comprehensive benefits program including travel perks, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional holidays, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit sharing, and ongoing training and education. The resort is committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering an inclusive atmosphere where team members thrive. Joining Blackberry Farm as a Sommelier means not only contributing to an esteemed wine program but also being part of a luxurious hospitality tradition recognized for excellence worldwide.

• Must be able to work with a large team cooperatively and positively
• Experience in hospitality industry preferred
• Great base knowledge of wine and spirits necessary
• Proper email and verbal communication etiquette required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to be on feet for extended periods
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely