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Sommelier
Role summary
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The Sommelier is responsible for managing and presenting the resort’s wine and beverage selection, advising guests, taking orders, and providing knowledgeable pairing recommendations. Requirements typically include recognized sommelier or wine certification, strong knowledge of international wines, excellent communication skills, and previous experience in a luxury hotel or fine-dining restaurant. The successful candidate should demonstrate polished guest service, attention to detail, sales awareness, and the ability to train colleagues. Flexibility, professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and a willingness to work shifts, weekends, and holidays are expected.
Can I work in Mauritius?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Work permit for line staff after a local-first test (there is a backlog), or an Occupation Permit from MUR 50,000 a month.
Official source: Ministry of Labour and Industrial Relations: Work Permit Information Sheet (February 2026). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Mauritius
Usual for Mauritius, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Shared housing for line staff; an allowance for managers |
|---|---|
| Meals | Duty meals |
| Flights | Return ticket (government policy) |
| Service charge | No law; tips pooled at some hotels |
| Contract | 2 to 3 years |
| Leave | 20 working days; 13th-month bonus (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% up to MUR 500,000 a year (about USD 900 a month), then 10% and 20% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Mauritius
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About Four Seasons Mauritius
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and private residences in leading destinations worldwide. The company is known for highly personalized service, elegant properties, strong attention to detail, and an employee culture centered on treating people with respect. Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is located on the island’s east coast and offers luxury accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, golf, and water-based activities. Employees generally work in an international environment and may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, training, healthcare support, staff accommodation or transport, and opportunities for career development, depending on the position and local employment terms.