Sommelier

Sommelier responds to incidents and this page lists 6 real tasks that map immediate steps when problems occur. The entries show decision points, communication needs, and follow-up actions. Each one shows where we found it, and comes with an AI prompt you can copy and use straight away.

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The work, task by task

These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.

Create and curate wine lists matching cuisine and customer preferences

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Update the spring wine list to match the new tasting menu: add three lighter whites and two medium-bodied…
Update the spring wine list to match the new tasting menu: add three lighter whites and two medium-bodied reds that pair with citrus ceviche and roasted halibut, remove slow-moving rosés, and deliver a printed menu for Friday service.
The tools that do the workCellarTrackerweb

Recommend wine pairings to enhance dishes and guest experience

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Prepare pairings notes for tonight's dinner service: suggest one aperitif, one white for the scallop course,…
Prepare pairings notes for tonight's dinner service: suggest one aperitif, one white for the scallop course, one red for the lamb, and a dessert wine—include short tasting cues and two alternative bottles at low and high price points for each.
The tools that do the workWine-Searcherweb

Serve wine properly, including opening, decanting, and pouring

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Stage service for the 7pm covers: assign who opens each bottle, list decanting times for the 2015 Bordeaux…
Stage service for the 7pm covers: assign who opens each bottle, list decanting times for the 2015 Bordeaux and 2010 Barolo, and give step-by-step pouring instructions so every table gets the correct glassware and volume.
The tools that do the workPlexweb

Train restaurant staff on wine service and basic wine knowledge

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Run a 45-minute staff training tomorrow at 3pm covering correct glass handling, opening and decanting…
Run a 45-minute staff training tomorrow at 3pm covering correct glass handling, opening and decanting technique, and five one-minute tasting descriptors for the house list; prepare a one-page cheat sheet for servers.
The tools that do the workVivinoweb

Manage wine inventory, including ordering, storage, and stock rotation

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Audit the cellar this afternoon: note current counts, flag low-stock house favorites, schedule orders for…
Audit the cellar this afternoon: note current counts, flag low-stock house favorites, schedule orders for wines below par levels, and rotate older vintages toward the front to be used first.
The tools that do the workWineDirectweb

Assist guests with wine selection based on preferences and budgets

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When a guest describes they like bright acidity and prefer under $70, suggest three accessible bottles by…
When a guest describes they like bright acidity and prefer under $70, suggest three accessible bottles by name—one crisp white, one light red, and one sparkling—explain tasting points and why each suits their budget.
The tools that do the workVivinoweb

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