Beverage Specialist - Part Time

Qualifications

We are currently seeking part time Beverage/mixology specialists share our Vision – to be the most imaginative, authentic and meaningful wellness experience. This Specialist is accountable for facilitating beverage programming in the form of hands-on instruction, workshops, and presentations as well as providing one-on-one consultation services to help Miraval guests discover balance and nurture wellbeing. This includes beverage programming including but not limited to beer, spirits tastings, mixology lessons (primary), wine and non-alcoholic beverages such as coffee and tea (secondary).

• A sommelier certification is required for this role.
• Essential Functions:
  • Provide a variety of lectures, workshops and classes for Miraval guests
  • Provide one-on-one guest consultations on lifestyle issues
  • Maintain materials used in facilitation of programs
  • Develop new curriculum, as well as manage changes and improvements to existing programs based on current research
  • Manage attendance numbers for facilitated classes
  • Participate in additional Miraval programs as needed
• Must be able to respond to a wide variety of individual guest needs in the areas of lifestyle management: be familiar with health and wellness issues and be able to respond appropriately
• Be familiar with community, national and international resources for a variety of guest needs
• Be able to relate empathically and helpfully to individual guests
• Be able to meaningfully facilitate groups and workshops
• Possess good communication and public speaking skills
• Work in a clean and organized fashion
• Committed to leaving space better than it was found on a daily basis
• Co-operate with Culinary Specialist in upkeeping kitchen and materials
• Understand, practice and model mindfulness
• Fulfills marketing requests (article requests, blog posts, etc.)

Education And/or Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in facilitating beverage programs, preferably in a hotel or restaurant setting

Benefits

• iAm Days to spend a paid 8 hours experiencing Miraval, twice per year*
• Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth*
• Discounted and Complimentary Hyatt Hotel nights*
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30th day of employment*
• 401K with company match*
• Generous Paid Time Off program*
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*
• Complimentary daily colleague meals
• Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and fitness center