CIBARIA | Section Waiter / Sommelier

Maestro Hospitality Group; Manly; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous tips

Staff discounts at Maestro venues

Ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Maestro Hospitality Group operates Cibaria Manly, a vibrant beachside Italian dining venue in Manly, NSW. This full-time role focuses on managing a section with expert wine service, while delivering warm, Italian hospitality to guests.

You will collaborate with management, sommeliers, bar and kitchen teams to provide memorable experiences in a high-volume premium setting. Applicants should have wine knowledge and strong service skills.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in premium/high-volume dining.
• Knowledge of wine, food and wine pairing.
• RSA NSW certificate or ability to obtain prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a designated restaurant section during lunch and dinner
• Provide professional food and wine service from guest arrival to departure
• Offer knowledgeable recommendations on menu and wine pairings
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Italian wines and regional cuisine
• Present, open, decant and serve premium wines using professional techniques
• Take accurate orders and coordinate with kitchen and bar teams
• Explain menu items and daily specials to guests
• Maintain high service standards throughout service
• Assist with wine cellar organisation and stock rotation
• Mentor junior front-of-house staff

Skills

Wine knowledge

Food & beverage service

English communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Hospitality qualifications or equivalent

RSA NSW certificate

Tools

SevenRooms

Micros

Job description

Section Waiter / Sommelier – Cibaria Manly

Manly, Sydney NSW

Full-Time | $79,000–$85,000 + Superannuation

Immediate Start Preferred

Casual, Part Time & Full Time roles available.

Build Your Hospitality Career by the Beach

Cibaria Manly is a vibrant beachside Italian dining destination where the warmth of traditional Italian hospitality meets contemporary Sydney dining.

Operated by Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd, the team behind a’Mare Sydney and part of the Maestro Hospitality group, Cibaria Manly is a bustling 350-seat restaurant offering à la carte dining, group bookings, functions and events.

Our menu celebrates the diversity of regional Italian cuisine through antipasti, pizzetta, pasta, premium produce and traditional Italian desserts, supported by an extensive wine program with a strong focus on Italian varietals alongside carefully selected Australian, French and Italian wines, of course.

We are seeking an experienced Section Waiter / Sommelier to join our professional front-of-house team in a full-time capacity.

This is an opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to take ownership of a section while bringing strong wine knowledge, polished service skills and genuine Italian hospitality to every guest experience.

About the Role

As a Section Waiter / Sommelier, you will be responsible for managing a designated section during lunch and dinner services while providing knowledgeable food and wine service.

You will work closely with the restaurant management, sommelier, bar and kitchen teams to deliver an efficient and memorable dining experience in a high-volume premium restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

Independently manage a designated restaurant section during lunch and dinner service

Deliver professional food and beverage service from guest arrival through to departure

Provide knowledgeable recommendations regarding menu selections, beverages and food and wine pairings

Demonstrate strong knowledge of Italian wines, wine-producing regions, varietals and regional Italian cuisine

Present, open, decant and serve premium wines using recognised professional service techniques

Take accurate food and beverage orders and ensure efficient communication with kitchen and bar teams

Explain menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, seasonal dishes and daily specials

Monitor tables throughout service and anticipate guest requirements

Maintain appropriate wine and beverage service throughout the dining experience

Assist with wine cellar organisation, stock rotation and wine service preparation

Maintain glassware, service stations and restaurant areas to a consistently high standard

Process guest accounts and payments accurately

Manage guest enquiries, dietary requirements, special requests and service recovery professionally

Work collaboratively with chefs, sommeliers, bartenders, runners and restaurant management

Support and mentor junior front-of-house employees

Assist with restaurant opening and closing procedures

Maintain high standards of personal presentation, hygiene and professional conduct

Comply with NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol requirements, food safety standards and workplace policies and procedures

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

A minimum of 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in a premium, high-volume or fine dining restaurant environment

Relevant hospitality qualifications and/or equivalent demonstrated industry experience

Demonstrated experience independently managing a restaurant section

Strong knowledge of professional food and beverage service

Sound knowledge of wine, wine regions, grape varietals and food and wine pairing

Knowledge of Italian wines and regional Italian cuisine

Experience presenting, opening, decanting and serving premium wines

Strong knowledge of restaurant sequence of service and table service standards

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Strong attention to detail and professional presentation

Ability to remain organised and composed in a high-volume restaurant environment

Ability to work effectively as part of a professional front-of-house team

Full Australian working rights or the ability to obtain appropriate Australian work rights

A current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Certificate, or the ability to obtain one prior to commencing employment

Availability to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays

The ability to meet all employment, venue and regulatory compliance requirements applicable to the position

Highly Desirable

The following will be highly regarded:

Formal hospitality qualifications

WSET Level 2 or higher, or an equivalent recognised wine qualification

Previous employment within a premium Italian restaurant

Advanced knowledge of Italian wine regions and varietals

Knowledge of traditional and regional Italian cuisine

Experience using SevenRooms, Micros or similar restaurant reservation and POS systems

Why Join Cibaria Manly?

Joining Cibaria means becoming part of a hospitality group committed to professional development, exceptional food and wine, and genuine career progression.

Our team benefits include:

Hospitality Industry General Award casual rates plus applicable loading

Salary range for Full Time $79,000–$85,000 + Superannuation

Generous share of team tips

Ongoing food, wine and service training

Opportunities for internal career progression

Staff performance incentives

Staff discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues

Exposure to premium Italian food and wine

The opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals across the Maestro Hospitality portfolio

We are looking for someone who genuinely loves hospitality, understands the importance of great service and wants to continue developing their knowledge of food, wine and Italian dining.