Assistant Sommelier/ Manager

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Restaurant Pendolino Full time

**Position: Assistant Sommelier at The Restaurant Pendolino**

**Location**: SG Foodservice Pty Ltd t/as The Restaurant Pendolino, Sydney's Historic Strand Arcade

**About the Role**:
As an Assistant Sommelier at The Restaurant Pendolino, you will play an integral role in enhancing the guest experience by delivering exceptional wine and beverage service. Working under the guidance of the Head Sommelier, you will help curate and serve a fine selection of wines and beverages, ensuring that each pairing perfectly complements the dishes in our Italian fine-dining menu. Your responsibilities will include managing the wine service from start to finish, advising guests on wine selection, and ensuring that the wine list is maintained and presented with care. In addition, you will assist with administrative tasks such as managing wine costs and keeping track of inventory, all while ensuring the highest standards of service are met in a fast-paced, high-end environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Work alongside the Head Sommelier to oversee the wine service and ensure it aligns with the restaurant's high standards.
- Provide expert wine recommendations to guests, helping them pair wines with our Italian cuisine for a memorable dining experience.
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of the wine list, including Italian and Australian wines, to provide accurate guidance to both guests and team members.
- Assist with managing wine inventory, orders, and cost control to maintain the profitability of the wine program.
- Ensure wine and beverages are served with impeccable attention to detail and professionalism.
- Support staff training and development in wine knowledge to help maintain a cohesive team and improve service standards.
- Contribute to the daily smooth operation of the restaurant, ensuring an exceptional experience for every guest.

**Who We Are Looking For**:

- A minimum of two years' experience in a similar role within a fine dining, high-end restaurant environment.
- A strong background in wine and beverage knowledge, particularly with Italian and Australian wines.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a passion for delivering outstanding guest service.
- Ability to read customer needs and deliver personalized recommendations that enhance the dining experience.
- A proactive team player who can work well in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and mentor junior staff.
- Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
- Professional, personable, and committed to providing a top-tier dining experience.
- Enthusiastic and ready to rise to the challenge of working in a high-end restaurant setting.

**About Us**: The Restaurant Pendolino specializes in authentic, regionally inspired Italian cuisine. We take immense pride in using Australia's finest extra virgin olive oils and creating handmade pasta dishes. Our extensive wine list features a selection of prestigious Italian and Australian wines, carefully curated to complement our menu.

At Pendolino, we recognize that our team is our greatest asset in delivering outstanding experiences for our guests. We offer opportunities for career development, ongoing training, and employee perks. If you're looking to join a passionate and dynamic team in a renowned restaurant group, we invite you to apply.

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount

Schedule:

- Rotating roster

Work Location: In person

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