Sommelier / Sommelière

About Uniworld

We are a value-driven company dedicated to social, economic, and environmental responsibility. As specialists in luxury river and off-river travel, we take pride in creating an exceptional guest experience with warmth, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail.

Your Life Onboard

Life onboard is defined by our commitment to excellence. Unlike large-scale passenger ships, Uniworld vessels typically carry between 100 and 160 guests, allowing for more meaningful interactions and personalized service.

Our ships promote a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and shared purpose. We support each other, welcome fresh ideas, and pursue efficiency—all while keeping our mission at the heart of everything we do.

Life on the river reflects our passion for hospitality and travel. Together, we create unforgettable guest experiences through genuine care, warmth, and elegance.

Our diverse teams are the cornerstone of our success, united by respect, accountability, and pride. We view travel as both a privilege and a responsibility, guided by a strong commitment to sustainability and a positive global impact. With adaptability, integrity, and a focus on excellence, we inspire each other to dream bigger, achieve more, and grow together.

Your Profile

A curious and forward-thinking individual, you embrace innovation and collaborate inclusively across diverse teams. Openness and teamwork come naturally to you.

With hospitality at your core, you are warm, attentive, and professionally presented, always placing others’ well-being first. You approach every task with a positive, proactive attitude.

In all that you do, you remain focused on quality and align your daily efforts with our broader company goals, contributing to shared success.

Your Responsibilities

• Welcome and bid farewell to all guests visiting any venue, engaging them in meaningful conversations.
• Deliver professional, friendly, and knowledgeable wine and beverage service in all onboard venues, including food pairings, decanting, and traditional wine service.
• Provide friendly, efficient, and professional service across all food and beverage areas onboard.
• Host wine tastings and presentations, engaging guests with meaningful conversations and expert recommendations.
• Ensure mise en place of glassware, cleanliness, tidiness, and hygiene across all F&B areas, in line with Uniworld and HACCP standards.
• Manage the wine program: update wine lists weekly, oversee vintages and pricing, and control beverage costs and revenues.
• Supervise and maintain beverage stocks, deliveries, vinotheque, wine cellar, and wine shop.
• Support the restaurant team with waiter duties, guest requests, and by sharing wine knowledge during daily briefings.

Specific Requirements

• Supervise and maintain beverage stocks, deliveries, vinotheque, wine cellar, and wine shop.
• Enhance the guest experience and drive revenue growth by employing “upselling” techniques, listening to guest preferences, and making tailored suggestions.
• Ensure adherence to GRC rules regarding maximum working hours and accurate recordkeeping.
• Manage your work according to daily program times and events.
• Contribute to ship preparation during the end-of-season close-down and start-of-season set-up.
• Actively participate in assigned learning activities, training sessions, and mandatory safety or emergency drills.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Your Future With Uniworld

Join a collaborative workplace where your ideas are valued, and responsibility is shared from the onset. Our ships sail across Europe, presenting opportunities for travel and growth through international exposure and cross-functional teamwork.

We offer competitive employment conditions, a modern work environment, and a team culture built on respect and trust. More importantly, you’ll be part of a company where your contributions make a visible impact on our business, our guests, and our commitment to sustainable travel.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Note: Due to legal requirements, we can only accept applicants from EU/EEA/CH. We welcome internal and external candidates. The position is based on our European ships.