Job Description

Job Location Marisella Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara, CA 93117 Salary Range $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations

We believe success hinges on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, and Miami, you'll find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education

Our culture is built on four core principles:

• Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations.

• Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.

• Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.

• Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.

Job Title: Sommelier
Department: FOH
Reports To: GM and Director of Wine and Beverage
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Job Type: Full-Time
Work Location: On-site — Santa Barbara, CA

Salary Range: $17-$20 per hour plus tips
Posting Date: 4/23/2025

What You Will Do

• Be a presence on the floor, increase wine sales and wine service standards
• Work nightly service
• Responsible for section of dining room
• Touching all tables in section
• Running bottles to entire restaurant
• Opening bottles in assigned section
• Guest first mentality which means whoever has time to open the bottle, MUST open the bottle regardless of who sold it
• Assist Wine Director/Head Sommelier with all administrative duties
• Manage the daily activities necessary for maintenance and promotion of the restaurant’s wine collection
• Weekly inventory
• Receive wine on Tuesdays and Fridays
• Team will alternate coming in at 9am on shipment days
• Monitor the conditions of the wine cellar, ensuring optimal storage and organization
• Recommend and serve wine to guests according to their tastes and preferences
• Work independently and with a team inside established procedures associated with Maple and Ash
• Advise guests according to their personal needs (related to their taste, the food and wine pairing, the occasion or the budget)
• Time management will be shared between working nightly service on the floor as a key member of the front of house team and the management of your wine list
• Lead staff training on wine and other beverages by conducting tastings at pre-shift or teaching a class (will set up bi-monthly wine classes for staff

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Maple Hospitality Group will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@maplehgroup.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Maple Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. Employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, and not on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability (mental and physical), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Pay Transparency (California SB 1162 Compliance)

This position is expected to pay within the range of $17-20 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and location. This range reflects the base pay for this role and does not include other compensation or benefits.

Work Location: 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117

Qualifications

Who We Are Looking For

• Possesses an extensive knowledge of wine and be able to pair wines with items on the menu
• Must be able to present themselves professionally and confidently
• Naturally able to educate your guests and exhibit a level of expertise without being a salesperson
• Have a sensitive palette and extraordinary sense of smell
• Quick to react to complaints and unusual service situations, always putting guests’ needs first
• Team oriented – must be willing to support service captains on the floor

Maple Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and supporting an inclusive culture. Maple Hospitality Group does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.