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Sommelier Husk (Nashville, TN)
The Standard in Modern Southern Cuisine since 2013!
Nationally acclaimed Husk Restaurant is looking for a hospitality-driven Sommelier. Elevate your craft by delivering genuine Southern hospitality at its finest.
As part of The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), were committed to redefining what it means to cookand leadwith purpose in Charleston.
What We Provide for YOU!:
- Highly competitive compensation
- Outstanding benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance?after 30 days
- 401(k) with employer match?(free money)
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)?that increases with tenure
- Paid parking?
- Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)?
- Next-day pay access?
- Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)?
- Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and more!
- Professional work environment
- Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company
- Leadership development and a learning environment
- Quarterly profit-sharing program
About Us:
Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, Husk is more than a restaurantits a celebration of the Southern table. With a bountiful onsite garden steps from our kitchen and strong relationships with local farmers and purveyors, we embrace the regions heritage ingredients and transform them into dishes that are both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly modern. Husk is where history meets innovation, creating unforgettable dining experiences that reflect the true spirit of Nashville.
Who We're Looking For:
Were looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Sommelier to oversee our wine program and enhance every aspect of the guest experience.
This is a unique opportunity for a hospitality-focused leader to join a nationally recognized restaurant group that celebrates innovation, mentorship, and excellence in service.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the wine and beverage program with expertise, enthusiasm, and vision
- Curate and maintain a global wine list that complements the menu and enhances the guest experience
- Provide tableside wine service and offer pairing recommendations
- Educate and train staff on wine knowledge, service techniques, and food pairing principles
- Monitor wine inventory and vendor relationships, ensuring cost efficiency and product quality
- Collaborate with the culinary team to execute seasonal pairings and special events
- Maintain a strong leadership presence by working a full rotation of opening, mid, and closing shifts.
What You'll Bring:
- Wine management experience in a high-end, full-service restaurant
- Certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers (Level 2 ) or WSET Level 3
- Deep knowledge of international wine regions, varietals, and vintages
- Warm, engaging, and guest-focused hospitality style
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on team development
- Passion for wine, ongoing learning, and delivering world-class service
- Well-versed in financials, inventory oversight, and team scheduling
Ready to Lead with Passion?
If youre a hospitality professional who thrives in a high-performance setting and wants to be part of a forward-thinking restaurant group, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with Husk!
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands. Additionally, responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties may be assigned.
The Neighborhood Dining Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.