Sommelier / Sommelieress

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 offering an exceptional guest experience characterized by warmth, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail.

Your Life Onboard

Life onboard is profoundly influenced by our commitment to excellence. Unlike large-scale passenger ships, Uniworld vessels typically accommodate between 100 and 160 guests, facilitating more meaningful interactions and personalized service.

Our ships nurture a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and shared purpose. We support each other, encourage fresh ideas, and strive for efficiency, always keeping our mission at the forefront of our endeavors.

The river experience reflects our passion for hospitality and travel. Together, we create unforgettable guest experiences infused with genuine care, warmth, and elegance.

Our diverse teams form the heart of our success, united by respect, accountability, and pride. We perceive travel as both a privilege and a responsibility, guided by a steadfast commitment to sustainability and a positive global impact. By fostering adaptability, integrity, and dedication to excellence, we inspire one another to dream bigger, achieve more, and grow collectively.

Your Profile

Curious and forward-thinking, you warmly embrace innovation and collaborate inclusively across diverse teams. Openness and teamwork come naturally to you.

Hospitality is at your core; warm and attentive, you prioritize the wellbeing of others and approach every task with a positive, proactive attitude.

In all your endeavors, you maintain a strong focus on quality, aligning your daily work with our broader company goals and contributing to shared success.

Your Responsibilities

• Welcome and bid farewell to all guests, engaging them in meaningful conversations.
• Deliver professional, friendly, and knowledgeable wine and beverage service across all onboard venues, including food pairings, decanting, and traditional wine service.
• Provide friendly, efficient, and professional service in all food and beverage venues and areas onboard.
• Host wine tastings and presentations, fostering meaningful interactions through expert recommendations.
• Ensure cleanliness, tidiness, and hygiene across all F&B areas in accordance with Uniworld and HACCP standards.
• Manage the wine program by updating wine lists weekly, overseeing vintages and pricing, and controlling 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 guest experiences and drive revenue growth by applying “up-selling” techniques, listening to guest preferences, and making personalized suggestions.
• Ensure adherence to GRC rules regarding maximum working hours and accurate recordkeeping.
• Manage your work according to daily program schedules and events.
• Contribute to ship preparation during both end-of-season close-down and start-of-season setup.
• 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

Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative workplace where ideas are cherished, and responsibilities are embraced from the outset. Our ships sail across Europe, providing opportunities to travel and grow through international exposure and cross-functional teamwork.

We offer competitive employment conditions, a modern work environment, and a team culture founded on respect and trust. More importantly, you will contribute to a company where your efforts make a tangible impact on our business, our guests, and our shared dedication to sustainable travel.

Apply online using the form below. Note: Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Due to legal requirements, we can only accept applicants from the EU/EEA/CH. We welcome both internal and external candidates. The position is based on our European ships.