Head Sommelier

5 days ago

Shire of Mornington Peninsula, Australia Frontline Hospitality Melbourne East Full time

HEAD SOMMELIER

MORNINGTON PENINSULA

$85-100K + S

WORK-LIFE-BALANCE

HATTED VENUE

CAREER BUILDING ROLE

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, this award-winning hatted restaurant is renowned for its exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service. They pride themselves on offering an exquisite dining journey, complemented by an extensive and carefully curated wine list. They are now seeking a passionate and experienced Head Sommelier to join this dedicated team and elevate the wine program to new heights.

Responsibilities:

  • Curate and manage the restaurant's wine list, ensuring a diverse and balanced selection.
  • Conduct wine tastings and staff training sessions to enhance product knowledge and service standards.
  • Provide expert recommendations to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
  • Collaborate with the culinary team to create harmonious wine and food pairings.
  • Maintain inventory levels, conduct regular stock takes, and manage supplier relationships.
  • Have a solid understanding of POS, Excel and pricing to be able to order and manage costs.
  • Oversee wine service during service hours, ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and excellence.

Experience + Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Head Sommelier in a similar role.
  • Extensive knowledge of local and international wines, with a passion for continuous learning.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and train a team.
  • Excellent customer service skills, with a keen eye for detail.
  • CMS Certified equivalent or higher.

Benefits:

  • A stunning work location - close to the beach.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Excellent work-life-balance

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Job ID : 203617

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Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Amanda Dark on adark@frontlinehospitality.com.auquoting the reference number above, or check out our website for other available positions.

www.frontlinehospitality.com.au