Assistant Head Sommelier

RGIT Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across Maestro and

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing training and development

Career progression within a leading悉悉澳

Job summary

Maestro Hospitality is seeking an experienced Assistant Head Sommelier for our Sydney Italian dining precinct. You will oversee wine service across Vista'Mare and related venues, collaborating with the Beverage Director to curate the wine program and drive sales through expert staff training.

Join a premier hospitality group in Crown Sydney, mentoring Sommeliers and Wine Waiters while delivering unforgettable guest experiences through thoughtful pairings and wine education events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a premium restaurant or fine dining environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Italian, French and Australian wines.
• Strong understanding of food and wine pairing.
• Experience managing wine inventory and COGS.
• Excellent spoken English and communication skills.
• Full Australian working rights and NSW RSA Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional wine service across the precinct.
• Collaborate with Beverage Director on wine list development, sales mix and beverage strategy.
• Manage wine inventory, ordering and stock control.
• Monitor beverage costs and inventory performance.
• Train, mentor and develop Sommeliers and Wine Waiters.
• Lead regular wine education sessions for front-of-house teams.
• Assist with wine dinners, tastings and events.
• Build relationships with wineries and suppliers.
• Guide guests through thoughtful food and wine pairings.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Food & wine pairing

Inventory management

Mentoring staff

English communication

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 08 Sep 2026

Description

Join Sydney's Premier Italian Dining Precinct

Are you ready to take the next step in your sommelier career? Join Maestro Hospitality's acclaimed Italian dining precinct at Crown Sydney, where exceptional food, world-class wines and genuine hospitality come together.

Our Barangaroo precinct is home to three distinctive venues:

• Vista'Mare – our waterfront aperitivo bar offering premium wines, cocktails and spectacular harbour views.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Head Sommelier to support our wine program across the precinct. Working closely with the Beverage Director and leadership team, you will help curate one of Sydney's most exciting Italian wine collections while mentoring the next generation of sommeliers.

What We're Looking For

• Full Australian working rights
• Current NSW RSA Certificate
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a premium restaurant or fine dining environment
• Extensive knowledge of Italian, French and Australian wines
• Strong understanding of food and wine pairing
• Experience managing wine inventory and COGS
• Excellent spoken English and communication skills
• A genuine passion for hospitality, education and guest experience

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional wine service across the precinct
• Collaborate with the Beverage Director on wine list development, sales mix and beverage strategy
• Manage wine inventory, ordering and stock control
• Monitor beverage costs and inventory performance
• Train, mentor and develop Sommeliers and Wine Waiters
• Lead regular wine education sessions for front-of-house teams
• Assist with wine dinners, tastings and special events
• Build relationships with wineries and suppliers
• Guide guests through thoughtful food and wine pairings to create memorable dining experiences

Highly regarded:

• Previous experience with Italian cuisine and Italian wine regions

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $90,000-$95,000 + Superannuation
• Generous tips and service gratuities
• Employee discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues and Crown Sydney
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
• Career progression within one of Sydney's leading hospitality groups
• The opportunity to work across three unique venues within an exciting Italian dining precinct

If you're passionate about wine and exceptional hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note:

All successful applicants will be required to complete police and compliance checks in accordance with Crown Sydney requirements.