Huset Restaurant (Hurtigruten Svalbard)

Huset Restaurant is located in Longyearbyen on Svalbard, in the Arctic, and has a long history of excellence. Our unique venue is already well known for its historical significance and has served as a social spot for locals and visitors alike. We are now aiming to become a renowned table. Our Spanish chef, Alberto Lozano, is becoming an important actor in the world of Gastronomy.
Our wine collection dates back from 1979, comprises one of the largest selections in Scandinavia, and was awarded of 2 Glasses in Wine Spectator. Under the leadership of the Restaurant Manager, you’ll help push the boundaries of what is possible, sourcing wine to pair with our local arctic ingredients that inspire our cuisine.

We are looking for a sommelier to join our team at Huset, a restaurant located on the island of Svalbard in the Arctic
We take pride in our work and are seeking the right individual. You have a strong passion for your craft, minimum 3-5+ years of experience and master the basics. In addition, you view your role as an integral and important part of the team and appreciate what it takes to create extraordinary culinary experiences.

Certification as a Sommelier.
Curiosity and open-mindedness are necessary to follow developments in the establishment’s cuisine.
Pedagogy: the sommelier must have a taste for sharing their knowledge.
Good memory: the sommelier must have in their memory all the wines on the list.
The practice of English is required, Norwegian and more foreign languages is appreciated to advise clients.
Some experience in fine dinning/Michelin Star restaurant is recommended.
The right person is curious, has high standards, sees the value of being part of a sustainable operation and appreciates the unique opportunities our location inspires.