Sommelier, Arcora Boutique Hotel & Villas, Muonio - Nordic Career Oy - Muonio, Suomi

Arcora Boutique Hotel & Villas is a new luxury resort in Muonio, in the heart of Lapland. We are creating a place where northern nature, high-quality hospitality, well-being, experiences, and refined service come together in a unique way. Part of Arcora will open a restaurant complex in December 2026. The culinary vision for the entire concept is led by top chef Arto Rastas. The complex includes à la carte Restaurant 8, Bar & Bakery, and a champagne bar. Arcora is building a restaurant experience where wine is an essential part of the experience—not an addition, but a silent partner. We are looking for a sommelier to integrate the world of wine into this concept. Responsibilities Design and develop wine lists as part of Arcora’s comprehensive restaurant experience, serve customers with subtle confidence, and create flavor pairings in collaboration with the kitchen. Ensure proper wine service, paying attention to every detail to support the experience. Participate in service, train other team members, monitor inventory, place orders, and develop the selection thoughtfully and in line with the concept. Requirements - Experience as a sommelier and waiter - Strong knowledge of wines - Customer service orientation - Passion and willingness to exceed customer expectations - Good teamwork and communication skills, and readiness to work closely with other departments - Fluent English skills - Hygiene and alcohol service license What we offer - Opportunity to build a wine program from scratch - A work environment focused on quality - Support from a skilled team - Contract-based salary and comprehensive employment benefits - Possibility to stay in staff accommodation at a reasonable rent The work begins in November 2026 and continues until the end of the spring season 2027, around March-April. This is a full-time position. Interested? Come help us build the story of Arcora! Please send your application, CV, and references. Note that we review applications during the application period, and the position will be filled once a suitable candidate is found. Selections will be made no later than the end of July. The recruitment is conducted in collaboration with the Lapland-based staffing company Nordic Career. For more information about the position, contact Nordic Career: Linda Hämäläinen - tel. +358 50 5323 775 - linda.hamalainen@career.fi Minna Mantovaara, tel. +358 50 548 2448 - minna.mantovaara@career.fi Nordic Career ~ Nordic Career is a Lapland-based staffing service company, part of Career.fi staffing agency. We do our work with heart, respecting our values: caring, kindness, joy, courage, responsibility, and learning. Let’s find a job together that you enjoy doing! ~