OCCUPATION THESAURUS

SOMMELIER



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HELPFUL TIP:

There’s probably a good reason why your character chose their career. Think about how certain talents and skills, a dominant positive or negative trait, or even an emotional wound might have influenced this decision. And once they're on the job, don't forget about the many work-related conflict scenarios you can throw at them to create tension and add complications.
OVERVIEW:
A sommelier is a wine master who typically works in a fine dining restaurant, helping guests choose a wine to go with their meal. Their knowledge goes way beyond simply suggesting the right pairing, however, since they have to know and be able to recognize many different types of wine. They may bring out several options and refill glasses when requested, as well as take inventory of the restaurant's wine and restock it as needed. Some sommeliers parlay their expertise into a teaching career, sharing their knowledge through seminars, published articles, or private tasting events.

NECESSARY TRAINING:
Sommeliers can take a variety of courses to gain their designation and must take four examinations that include written and practical portions, including a blind tasting to identify various kinds and qualities of wine. The fourth examination is to obtain the rank of master, and according to the Court of Master Sommeliers, fewer than 300 people have earned this prestigious title since its inception, making it a very difficult rank to obtain.

USEFUL SKILLS, TALENTS, OR ABILITIES:
CHARM, ENHANCED SENSE OF SMELL, ENHANCED TASTE BUDS, HOSPITALITY, PROMOTION, READING PEOPLE, RESEARCH, SALES, TEACHING

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EMOTIONAL WOUNDS THAT MAY HAVE FACTORED INTO THIS OCCUPATION CHOICE:
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HOW THIS OCCUPATION MIGHT IMPACT ONE'S BASIC NEEDS:
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REASONS THE CHARACTER MAY HAVE BEEN DRAWN TO THIS PROFESSION:
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