Sommelier
The Reef House and Spa is the most iconic Colonial Style Beach House in Queensland. We are renowned for our personalised service in a truly relaxed setting offering tranquillity, ambience and boutique luxury. Our Dedication to customer service excellence is proven in our numerous #1 Trip Advisor ratings in Australia and Voted the Best 5-Star Hotel in Queensland for two years in a row.
We are currently seeking a genuine hospitality professional to deliver the highest level of restaurant and food and beverage experiences in conjunction with our wine service program.
Our Sommelier role is a critical position in the overall success of our Boutique Hotel, food and wine are at the heart of our guest experience.
Our Boutique Tropical Escapes for Adults are highly inclusive and offer complimentary exclusive benefits for our house guests. Each help elevate the guest experience and a a highlight of their stay. Some of our signature inclusion are: Pool Butler service, In room private dining, Beachside Picnics, Guest Cocktail making, Guest Wine classes and Chef's Table.
We would like our next Sommelier to develop our wine list to be the “Best in North Queensland” and help our Restaurant Manager ensure each service period is executed to perfection delivering memorable Reef House experiences to our in-house guests. Something which cannot be created elsewhere.
At the Reef House we value one's ability to be self-motivated, energetic and have a strong understanding of a la carte dining etiquette required to ensure we deliver on our commitment.
This role will allow you to flourish and grow within a team of like-minded dynamic professionals.
Applications for this role will be extremely competitive. Apply now for a confidential interview
Job tasks and responsibilities
- Ensure each service period is run to perfection
- Development of our Wine room and Wine list.
- Assist the Restaurant Manager and General Manager with management of the Restaurant.
- Be able to accurately report on daily shifts and restaurant KPI's
Skills and experience
- Advanced wine knowledge
- A la carte skills and experience
- Knowledge of Beverage Costing principles
- Supplier relations and negotiations