Assistant Head Sommelier

6 Head; The Rocks; Vor Ort; AUD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

6HEAD, a premium steakhouse in a boutique hospitality group, seeks an Assistant Sommelier Manager to support the Head Sommelier in delivering outstanding wine experiences. You will manage wine operations, train staff and drive beverage sales within a 280-bottle portfolio, featuring Australian, NZ and international wines.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in senior wine service, strong wine knowledge, and RSA certification; leadership and storytelling are key to success in this premium dining

Qualifikationen

• 2–3 years’ experience in a sommelier or senior wine service role within premium dining.
• Strong knowledge of Australian and international wines, particularly French and Italian regions.
• WSET Level 2 or equivalent wine knowledge preferred.
• Current RSA certification essential.
• Excellent food and wine pairing knowledge with premium beef and steak awareness.
• Strong leadership, communication and guest engagement skills.

Aufgaben

• Support the Head Sommelier in overseeing daily wine and beverage operations.
• Deliver exceptional, personalised wine service and premium guest experiences.
• Drive beverage sales through expert wine recommendations, food pairings and engaging storytelling.
• Train, mentor and develop sommeliers and restaurant team members.
• Assist with wine list management, inventory control, stocktakes and beverage profitability.
• Maintain exceptional wine service, presentation and preservation standards.
• Support and host exclusive wine dinners, tastings and VIP experiences.
• Lead wine operations in the Head Sommelier’s absence.

Kenntnisse

Wine knowledge

Leadership

Guest engagement

Storytelling

Ausbildung

RSA certification

WSET Level 2 or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

On a spectacular waterfront location in the heart of the Rocks, 6 HEAD is a ‘Premium Steakhouse Restaurant’ in a well-established boutique hospitality company.

We are looking for you! You are someone who excels and enjoys serving large cover numbers while still maintaining uncompromising beverage service standards.

We require talented Assistant Head Sommelier to join our team of hospitality professionals, to immerse yourself with-in an in-depth, quality training program and help launch our brand-new restaurant concept. You’ll be working within an extensive, premium beverage offering, plus a 280-bottle wine list, predominantly Australian with New Zealand & International Brands from France, Italy, Argentina and the United States, matched with a refined menu all delivered by our “A” team through and beyond a challenging new restaurant opening.

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable and motivated Assistant Sommelier Manager to support our Head Sommelier in delivering exceptional wine experiences, driving beverage performance and developing a high-performing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious wine professional who thrives in a premium hospitality environment and is looking to take the next step in their leadership career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Sommelier in overseeing daily wine and beverage operations.
• Deliver exceptional, personalised wine service and premium guest experiences.
• Drive beverage sales through expert wine recommendations, food pairings and engaging storytelling.
• Train, mentor and develop sommeliers and restaurant team members.
• Assist with wine list management, inventory control, stocktakes and beverage profitability.
• Maintain exceptional wine service, presentation and preservation standards.
• Support and host exclusive wine dinners, tastings and VIP experiences.
• Lead wine operations in the Head Sommelier’s absence.

About You

• 2–3 years’ experience in a sommelier or senior wine service role within premium dining.
• Strong knowledge of Australian and international wines, particularly French and Italian regions.
• WSET Level 2 or equivalent wine knowledge preferred.
• Current RSA certification essential.
• Excellent food and wine pairing knowledge, with an appreciation for premium beef and steak.
• Strong leadership, communication and guest engagement skills.
• Commercial awareness of beverage sales, stock management and cost control.
• A genuine passion for wine, hospitality and developing others.

Why Join 6HEAD?

Be part of a premium hospitality brand renowned for exceptional steak, outstanding wines and memorable dining experiences. Work alongside passionate industry professionals, gain exposure to an extensive premium wine portfolio and further develop your leadership career.