Key Skills

Job Description

You believe that a good glass of wine tells a story, and that true hospitality begins with genuine attention. Restaurant Vinkeles is looking for an Assistant Sommelier to take our guests along on that story! Located at the Keizersgracht, in the heart of the Nine Streets neighborhood is Amsterdam’s best kept secret: The Dylan Amsterdam. A 5-star luxury boutique hotel where we offer sincere and personal service and create memorable experiences for our guests. A historical environment with 41 unique hotel rooms, 4 private rooms for meetings & events and two restaurants: Bar Brasserie OCCO and Two Michelin star awarded Restaurant Vinkeles. Located in the 5-star boutique hotel, The Dylan Amsterdam, Restaurant Vinkeles was establish in 2006 in an 18th-century bakery with a rich history. The ambiance provides the perfect setting to appreciate the craftsmanship of our Executive Chef, Jurgen van der Zalm, and his team. The cuisine, often described as ‘exciting, modest and refined,’ features an internationally inspired palette with a foundation in French culinary techniques. Restaurant Vinkeles has been awarded 2 Michelin stars and 17.5 Gault & Millau points. Restaurant Vinkeles is looking for a motivated colleague with the ambition to grow within the world of wine. Under the guidance of the Head Sommelier and Maître, you will further develop your wine knowledge. You will advise guests on our carefully curated wine list, and support the management of the wine inventory. At the same time, you will actively take part in service, contributing to Vinkeles’ high standards. You will also help lead your team to ensure smooth operations and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the restaurant. Do you recognize yourself in the following? You have graduated from a hotel management school or a similar education. You have experience in a similar position within a restaurant that offers high-quality service. You are eager to deepen your wine knowledge and enjoy sharing your enthusiasm with colleagues and guests. You combine personal service with a warm yet professional approach to hospitality. You work smoothly within a small, professional team and easily switch between different tasks. You have strong communication skills, both spoken and written, in Dutch and English. What can we offer you? Travel allowance starting from 5 kilometres. From your first working day, a Swapfiets will be ready for you — fully covered for one year. Workwear will be completely provided and cleaned by the hotel (for operational positions). Shoe allowance of up to 100 euros gross per year based on full-time employment (for operational positions). Delicious freshly prepared staff meals Discounts on insurance and gym memberships. Focus on health and well-being Extensive masterclasses where you are introduced to the expertise of various departments. Training opportunities based on your development needs. Dylan Experience: an overnight stay at the hotel and dinner at Bar Brasserie OCCO after successful completion of your probation period. Discounts at the restaurants of The Dylan: two-Michelin-star Restaurant Vinkeles, Bar Brasserie OCCO, and High Wine. Discount on your bar and restaurant bill at partner hotels in Amsterdam with the F&B Discount Card. Staff Rate at The Leading Hotels of the World worldwide. Social events Two staff parties per year Various outings with your department And many (spontaneous) get-togethers!

Core Responsibilities

Advise guests on the restaurant’s curated wine list, support wine inventory management, and participate in service to uphold the restaurant’s standards. Help lead the team, support smooth operations, and foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Requirements

Applicants should have graduated from a hotel management school or a similar educational program and have experience in a comparable role at a high-service restaurant. They should be motivated to develop their wine knowledge, provide warm and professional hospitality, work effectively in a small team, adapt between tasks, and communicate well in spoken and written Dutch and English.

Benefits

• Travel Allowance
• Fully Covered Swapfiets Bicycle for One Year
• Provided and Cleaned Workwear
• Annual Shoe Allowance
• Staff Meals
• Insurance Discounts
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Health and Well-Being Programs
• Masterclasses
• Training Opportunities
• Hotel Stay and Dinner After Successful Completion of Probation
• Restaurant Discounts
• Partner Hotel Food and Beverage Discounts
• Worldwide Staff Rates at The Leading Hotels of the World
• Staff Parties
• Department Outings
• Social Events