Sommelier
Cafe Mado
791 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Full Time Hourly ($16.50) plus tips
Expires: Jul 11, 2025
Be an early applicant
Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
About Redwood Hospitality and Cafe Mado
Redwood Hospitality is a hospitality group based in Brooklyn with a passion for thoughtful dining experiences and exceptional service. Known for managing prestigious establishments such as the Michelin-starred Oxalis and the vibrant Place des Fetes.
Cafe Mado is the latest venture from Redwood Hospitality, the group behind Oxalis and Place des Fetes. Nestled on Washington Avenue, Cafe Mado is an embodiment of our passion for creating spaces that serve exceptional fare and cultivate community. We are focused on elevated and genuine hospitality while creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and hospitality-driven Sommelier to join our team at Cafe Mado. This role works closely with the General Manager and Beverage Director to shape and maintain our wine and beverage program, while also supporting the service team in delivering thoughtful, engaging hospitality.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of low-intervention wines, particularly from France and Italy, and a strong interest in communicating those stories to both guests and team members. This is a hybrid rolepart educator, part buyer, part floor presencewith a focus on building a beverage program that is dynamic, approachable, and aligned with Cafe Mado's identity.
Key Qualities for a Successful Candidate:
Curious and Informed: Passionate about wine and eager to learn and share knowledge across wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Collaborative and Detail-Oriented: Comfortable working closely with leadership and FOH teams to build a strong beverage culture and program infrastructure.
Service-Driven: Committed to hospitality, and able to seamlessly move between behind-the-scenes responsibilities and guest-facing floor support.
Organized and Accountable: Capable of managing ordering, inventory, and cost tracking with care and precision.
Responsibilities:
Wine & Beverage Program
Maintain and evolve a low-intervention wine list with a focus on French and Italian producers.
Coordinate wine ordering, vendor relationships, and inventory management.
Track and report beverage COGS and assist in maintaining budget targets.
Lead ongoing education for FOH team across wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic offerings.
Assist in beverage menu development in collaboration with the Beverage Director.
Operational Support
Work closely with the GM and management team on systems that support a cohesive beverage program.
Support service operations as needed, including floor shifts in a sommelier or captain-style role.
Participate in pre-service meetings and contribute to a culture of daily learning and accountability.
Training & Culture
Help maintain a beverage training program that's accessible, engaging, and in tune with the broader hospitality vision.
Foster a beverage culture grounded in approachability, curiosity, and care.
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a sommelier or wine lead in a hospitality setting.
Strong knowledge of low-intervention wines
Excellent communication and teaching skills.
Proficiency with inventory systems and beverage COGS tracking.
Comfort working service shifts in a dynamic, high-energy dining room.
A love for hospitality and a commitment to team collaboration.
If you're excited by the intersection of wine, service, and communityand want to help shape a beverage program that feels personal, intelligent, and alivewe'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($16.50) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits
Required Skills
Ability to Educate Others About Wine and Beverages
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Attention to Detail in Managing Inventory
Ability to Build Relationships With Vendors
Capacity for Multitasking Between Different Roles
Strong Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Adapt to Changing Circumstances
Cafe Mado
791 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Full Time Hourly ($16.50) plus tips
Expires: Jul 11, 2025
Be an early applicant
Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
About Redwood Hospitality and Cafe Mado
Redwood Hospitality is a hospitality group based in Brooklyn with a passion for thoughtful dining experiences and exceptional service. Known for managing prestigious establishments such as the Michelin-starred Oxalis and the vibrant Place des Fetes.
Cafe Mado is the latest venture from Redwood Hospitality, the group behind Oxalis and Place des Fetes. Nestled on Washington Avenue, Cafe Mado is an embodiment of our passion for creating spaces that serve exceptional fare and cultivate community. We are focused on elevated and genuine hospitality while creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and hospitality-driven Sommelier to join our team at Cafe Mado. This role works closely with the General Manager and Beverage Director to shape and maintain our wine and beverage program, while also supporting the service team in delivering thoughtful, engaging hospitality.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of low-intervention wines, particularly from France and Italy, and a strong interest in communicating those stories to both guests and team members. This is a hybrid rolepart educator, part buyer, part floor presencewith a focus on building a beverage program that is dynamic, approachable, and aligned with Cafe Mado's identity.
Key Qualities for a Successful Candidate:
Curious and Informed: Passionate about wine and eager to learn and share knowledge across wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Collaborative and Detail-Oriented: Comfortable working closely with leadership and FOH teams to build a strong beverage culture and program infrastructure.
Service-Driven: Committed to hospitality, and able to seamlessly move between behind-the-scenes responsibilities and guest-facing floor support.
Organized and Accountable: Capable of managing ordering, inventory, and cost tracking with care and precision.
Responsibilities:
Wine & Beverage Program
Maintain and evolve a low-intervention wine list with a focus on French and Italian producers.
Coordinate wine ordering, vendor relationships, and inventory management.
Track and report beverage COGS and assist in maintaining budget targets.
Lead ongoing education for FOH team across wine, beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic offerings.
Assist in beverage menu development in collaboration with the Beverage Director.
Operational Support
Work closely with the GM and management team on systems that support a cohesive beverage program.
Support service operations as needed, including floor shifts in a sommelier or captain-style role.
Participate in pre-service meetings and contribute to a culture of daily learning and accountability.
Training & Culture
Help maintain a beverage training program that's accessible, engaging, and in tune with the broader hospitality vision.
Foster a beverage culture grounded in approachability, curiosity, and care.
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a sommelier or wine lead in a hospitality setting.
Strong knowledge of low-intervention wines
Excellent communication and teaching skills.
Proficiency with inventory systems and beverage COGS tracking.
Comfort working service shifts in a dynamic, high-energy dining room.
A love for hospitality and a commitment to team collaboration.
If you're excited by the intersection of wine, service, and communityand want to help shape a beverage program that feels personal, intelligent, and alivewe'd love to hear from you.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($16.50) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits
Required Skills
Ability to Educate Others About Wine and Beverages
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Attention to Detail in Managing Inventory
Ability to Build Relationships With Vendors
Capacity for Multitasking Between Different Roles
Strong Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Adapt to Changing Circumstances
Job ID: 481276461
Originally Posted on: 6/14/2025
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