Junior Sommelier - Domes of Elounda

A place to begin. A place to belong.

Great hospitality is personal. It lives in the people who notice, care and lead the way. At Domes Resorts, we create moments our guests never forget and a workplace where talented people make their mark and build lasting careers.

We are one of the most awarded lifestyle hospitality groups in Greece and one of the fastest growing in Europe, with new openings almost every year. A growing portfolio of distinctive brands, affiliations with Marriott and Hilton, and handpicked destinations from Crete, Rhodes, the Ionian Islands, Chalkidiki and the Cyclades to Athens, Portugal and Spain.

Join us as our Junior Sommelier at Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection Resort . Bring your passion, humility and perseverance. We will help you grow from there: real responsibility, the chance to move across brands and destinations, and a team that values your voice, invests in your growth and celebrates your wins.

About the role

As Junior Sommelier at Domes of Elounda , you will support our Sommelier in creating an exceptional beverage experience for our guests. You will help guide guests through our wine list, serve wine with care and precision and look after the cellar, while building your knowledge and growing your career in wine.

What you will do

Guest advice and service

- Welcome guests and help them choose wines based on their personal taste and food choices.

- Suggest food and wine pairings, with the support of the Sommelier.

- Answer guest questions about our wines, such as grape variety, origin and style.

- Open and serve wine and champagne at the right temperature and in the right glassware.

- Store open bottles correctly to preserve their quality.

Wine operations

- Support the Sommelier in managing the wine cellar, including receiving deliveries, stock rotation and regular inventories.

- Make sure wine stations, glassware and equipment are clean, polished and ready for service.

- Help keep the wine list up to date in the MICROS system.

Learning and development

- Take part in tastings and training sessions to build your knowledge of wines, regions and pairings.

- Get to know our wine list, local vineyards and wineries.

Health, safety and legal compliance

- Follow all local laws and regulations on the sale and service of alcohol.

- Store wines in line with health and safety regulations, at the correct temperature and protected from anything that could affect quality

Requirements

What you will bring

Essential

- At least 1 year of experience in food and beverage service, ideally in fine dining or luxury hospitality.

- A genuine passion for wine and a strong willingness to learn.

- Basic knowledge of wine, grape varieties and wine service.

- Knowledge of health, safety and hygiene regulations.

- Good spoken and written English.

- Excellent communication skills and a strong guest focused approach.

- A hands on approach, a positive attitude and flexibility.

- The ability to work well in a team, within the department and across the hotel.

Desirable

- A wine qualification such as WSET Level 1 or 2, or equivalent.

- Previous experience as a commis or assistant sommelier.

- A degree in hospitality or tourism.

- Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries.

Benefits

What we offer

- Competitive salary and benefits (shared before your first interview)

- Continuous training and development opportunities

- Career mobility across our brands and destinations

- A friendly and supportive work environment

Pay Transparency

All candidates invited to interview will be informed of the starting salary range for the role before their first interview. The starting salary is set within this range on the basis of objective, gender-neutral criteria related to the requirements of the role. In line with Greek Law 5316/2026 on pay transparency, we will not ask about your current or previous salary at any stage of the selection process. All information provided to candidates will be made available in a format accessible to persons with disabilities, taking into account their specific needs.

Equal Opportunity and Equal Pay

Domes Resorts is an equal opportunity and equal pay employer. We believe in building a diverse team and nurturing an inclusive, people-first culture where everyone can grow and belong. We are committed to equal pay for equal work or work of equal value, and to non-discrimination on any ground, including gender, gender identity or characteristics, sexual orientation, age, disability or chronic illness, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, descent, religious or other beliefs, family or social status, or any other ground protected under applicable law.

All applications will be handled in strict confidentiality.

Your career, your journey. We are with you every step of the way.