Assistant Head Sommelier's - Vito's

Sunday Co; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vito's Sydney is seeking an Assistant Head Sommelier to lead the wine program on the floor, working closely with the Head Sommelier to deliver knowledge­able, generous and approachable wine experiences. This hands-on role focuses on warm service, pairing and cellar management, while developing the FOH team and building relationships with guests to encourage returns.

You will train staff, manage stock, and collaborate with the kitchen on wine-focused events to create memorable experiences for

Qualifications

• Previous sommelier experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Italian wine and producers preferred.
• WSET, CMS or equivalent qualifications welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, confident and engaging wine service throughout each service.
• Guide guests through the wine list, making thoughtful recommendations based on their tastes, occasion and budget.
• Have a strong understanding of Italian wine, alongside Australian and international producers.
• Support the Head Sommelier with wine list development, purchasing, pricing and maintaining the overall direction of the wine program.
• Maintain an organised cellar, accurate inventory and appropriate stock levels.
• Assist with stocktakes, beverage costs, wastage and overall wine profitability.
• Build relationships with regulars and create personalised experiences that encourage guests to return.
• Train and develop the FOH team, building their confidence and knowledge around wine.
• Drive wine sales through genuine hospitality rather than aggressive upselling.
• Work closely with the kitchen and restaurant leadership team to develop pairings, specials and wine-focused experiences.

Skills

Wine service

Italian wine knowledge

Team training

Guest engagement

Job description

The Assistant Head Sommelier plays an important role in bringing the wine program at Vito's to life. Working closely with the Head Sommelier, you'll help deliver a wine experience that is knowledgeable and considered, while still feeling fun, generous and approachable. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves being on the floor, building relationships with guests and developing a team around great wine and hospitality.

Key responsibilities

Deliver warm, confident and engaging wine service throughout each service.

Guide guests through the wine list, making thoughtful recommendations based on their tastes, occasion and budget.

Have a strong understanding of Italian wine, alongside Australian and international producers.

Support the Head Sommelier with wine list development, purchasing, pricing and maintaining the overall direction of the wine program.

Maintain an organised cellar, accurate inventory and appropriate stock levels.

Assist with stocktakes, beverage costs, wastage and overall wine profitability.

Build relationships with regulars and create personalised experiences that encourage guests to return.

Train and develop the FOH team, building their confidence and knowledge around wine.

Drive wine sales through genuine hospitality rather than aggressive upselling.

Work closely with the kitchen and restaurant leadership team to develop pairings, specials and wine-focused experiences.

About you

Passionate about wine, with understanding that hospitality comes first.

Ability to read a table, have a conversation and make great wine exciting without making it intimidating.

Organised, commercially minded and comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

Enjoy developing others and want to contribute to building a wine program that becomes a genuine part of Vito's identity.

Previous sommelier experience is required.

Strong knowledge of Italian wine and producers highly regarded.

WSET, CMS or equivalent qualifications are welcomed.