



Assistant Sommelier - Bar Brasserie OCCO - Amsterdam
The Dylan Amsterdam Amsterdam
- Fulltime
- MBO/HBO
- 2 - 5 Years of experience
- Language: NL / EN
- Operational
- Restaurant
You believe that a good glass of wine tells a story — and that true hospitality begins with genuine attention.
Bar Brasserie OCCO is looking for an Assistant Sommelier to take our guests along on that story!
Located at the Keizersgracht, in the heart of the Nine Streets neighborhood is Amsterdam’s best kept secret: The Dylan Amsterdam. A 5-star luxury boutique hotel where we offer sincere and personal service and create memorable experiences for our guests. A historical environment with 41 unique hotel rooms, 4 private rooms for meetings & events and three restaurants: Bar Brasserie OCCO, Two Michelin star awarded Restaurant Vinkeles, and the smallest fine-dining restaurant in The Netherlands, até.
In the heart of the hotel is Bar Brasserie OCCO. Here, we focus on quality regional products, craftsmanship, and personal service. We welcome our local and international guests in the casual Brasserie, at the Bar, or in our cozy lounge for breakfast, lunch, High Wine, dinner, a cup of coffee, or a creative cocktail.
Bar Brasserie OCCO is looking for a motivated colleague with the ambition to grow within the world of wine. Under the guidance of the Restaurant Manager OCCO and the Sommelier, you will further develop your wine knowledge. You will advise guests on our carefully curated wine list, assist with our High Wine experiences, and support the management of the wine inventory. At the same time, you will actively take part in service, contributing to OCCO’s high standards. You will also help lead your team to ensure smooth operations and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the brasserie.
The combination of working with wine and being part of the restaurant team ensures that no day is ever the same, making this position an exciting and dynamic challenge.
Do you recognize yourself in the following?
· You have graduated from a hotel management school or a similar education.
· You have experience in a similar position within a restaurant that offers high-quality service.
· You are eager to deepen your wine knowledge and enjoy sharing your enthusiasm with colleagues and guests.
· You combine personal service with a warm yet professional approach to hospitality.
· You work smoothly within a small, professional team and easily switch between different tasks.
· You have strong communication skills, both spoken and written, in Dutch and English.
What can we offer you?
- Travel allowance starting from 5 kilometres.
Upon commencement of employment, a Swap bike will be available to you. This will be fully reimbursed for one year.
- Workwear will be completely provided and cleaned by the hotel.
- Shoe allowance of up to 100 euros gross per year based on full-time employment.
- Delicious freshly prepared staff meals
- Discounts on insurance and gyms.
- Health and well-being
o Access to workshops and personal intakes with the well-being platform EMPOWR.
o Chair massage once a quarter.
- Comprehensive master classes where you are taken through the expertise of the various departments.
- Training based on your development needs.
- Overnight hotel stay and dinner at Bar Brasserie OCCO after end of probationary period.
- Discounts at The Dylan's restaurants: two Michelin-starred Restaurant Vinkeles, Bar Brasserie OCCO, High Wine and Chef's Table até.
- Discount on your bar and restaurant bill at partner hotels in Amsterdam with the F&B Discount Card.
Staff Rate at Leading Hotels of the World worldwide.
- Social events
o Two staff parties per year
o Various outings with your department
o And many (spontaneous) get-togethers!
Will you be our new colleague?
Send your CV and motivation letter via the link on this website or to (click on the apply button) addressed to Simone van Hunnik.

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Assistant Sommelier - Bar Brasserie OCCO
- The Dylan Amsterdam Amsterdam