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Salarya'Mare - a fast paced, high volume Italian traditional fine-dining restaurant with a big cellar and high-profile location. Service is centre stage at a'Mare with a focus on tableside gueridon and a nod to the glamour and nostalgia of old-school Italian dining. Combine this with waterfront Sydney harbour and you have a special venue indeed.
We are recruiting for a Head Sommelier with premium dining experience to join our incredibly skilled, international team.
You will be reporting directly to our General Manager.
Successful candidates must have:
- Australian working rights
- Current NSW RSA certificate
- Knowledge of wine and food pairing; with focus on Italian, French, and Australian wines
- Understanding of COGS
- Fluent spoken English
- Formal hospitality qualifications (WSET Level 3 minimum)
- Ability to create tasteful food & wine pairings
- 2 years experience in a similar role
- A positive attitude to customer service and teamwork!
Tasks include:
- Inventory management
- Creating and updating the wine list in coordination with chefs and Director of Beverages
- Supervising wine service and collaborating with winemakers / suppliers to renew our selections and achieve better prices
- Facilitating training Sommeliers and Wine Waiters to ensure knowledge is current
- Wine procurement
- Curation of wine dinners and events
- Advising customers on wine pairing with food, occasion and budget
- Ensure wines are served at the correct temperature and with the corresponding glassware
- Assisting with guest orders and service
Viewed favourably:
- Experience with Italian cuisine
What we offer you:
- Nice work/life balance
- Great tips cut
- Great Career Opportunity
- F&B staff discounts across Crown Sydney and Ormeggio Group venues
- Salary $90,000-$100,000 p.a. + Super
How to Apply:
Email your CV, working rights, and a sentence on why you should be part of the a’Mare team. All employees will be required to undergo a police and compliance check by Crown Sydney.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with Alessandro Pavoni of Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd.
