The Head Sommelier will lead the resort’s wine and beverage programme, curate and maintain the cellar, select wines, manage stock and costs, and train restaurant teams in professional wine service. Candidates should have strong experience in luxury hotels or fine-dining restaurants, extensive knowledge of international wines, food pairing and cellar management, and excellent communication skills. A recognised sommelier qualification, such as WSET or Court of Master Sommeliers training, is advantageous. The role requires confident leadership, attention to detail, commercial awareness and the ability to deliver personalised service to high-profile guests. Flexibility, cultural awareness and willingness to live and work on a remote Maldivian island are also expected.
Bulgari Resort Ranfushi is a luxury hospitality project in the Maldives associated with Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, the high-end hotel division of the Italian luxury brand Bulgari. The brand is known for combining refined Italian design, exceptional craftsmanship and personalised service with distinctive local settings. A resort in the Maldives is expected to focus on privacy, sophisticated dining, wellness, marine experiences and highly tailored guest service. The property is connected with Marriott International’s global hospitality network, giving employees access to international operating standards, training and career opportunities across Marriott and its luxury brands. Team members are likely to work in a multicultural environment serving affluent international travellers, with strong emphasis on discretion, product knowledge, presentation and consistent service excellence.
The Maldives offers hospitality opportunities mainly in resorts, restaurants, marine activities, wellness, engineering, finance and guest services. Resort islands provide a very different lifestyle from Malé: work is usually live-in, peaceful and surrounded by beaches and ocean, but remote locations can feel isolated. Maldivian culture is welcoming and community-oriented, with Islam influencing local customs, dress and daily life. Alcohol is generally restricted on inhabited local islands but available at licensed resorts. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Approval and work permit; the employer usually manages the application, medical checks and related paperwork. Contracts commonly include staff accommodation, meals, flights and medical coverage. Before relocating, confirm the island location, rotation schedule, internet access, insurance, contract terms and whether dependants can join you. Respect local customs and environmental rules, especially regarding coral reefs and marine life.
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