QT Melbourne | Yamagen - Assistant Restaurant Manager & Sommelier

EVT - Entertainment | Ventures | Travel

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Incredible team member discounts

50% off stays at EVT hotels

$2 movie tickets

Winter and summer savings at Thredbo

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager & Sommelier to enhance the dining experience with expert beverage knowledge. This role requires an individual with a passion for high-class service and strong expertise in wine, sake, and whisky. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional service and beverage offerings in a dynamic restaurant environment, contributing to the overall guest experience.

Qualifications

Proven experience working with high-class beverages and delivering exceptional beverage service.
Excellent knowledge of wine, sake and whisky.

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance on wine, sake and whiskies to enhance the guest dining experience.
Develop and maintain an exceptional beverage program aligned with Yamagen’s brand.
Train and support the service team in beverage knowledge.

Skills

Beverage service

Wine knowledge

Sake knowledge

Whisky knowledge

Job description

Overview

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Yamagen is part of EVT – and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a broad property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

About QT

QT Hotels & Resorts is EVT’s premium lifestyle hotel brand, with locations in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Pioneers behind the philosophy of “expect the unexpected”, every property delivers an experience that combines local influence with QT’s signature quirk. And our people? With personalities as diverse as each property, individuality is more than encouraged. QT Melbourne is at the heart of the CBD’s cultural beat, and this role supports luxury hospitality across 188 rooms and the Yamagen restaurant.

About Yamagen

Step into Yamagen. Cool and casual izakaya drink and dine vibe folded with formidable culinary discipline; this is new generation Japanese for the discerning diner. Our Whisky list is a towering narrative of character, written by refined Japanese distilleries. Sip from a select saké collection and sample curious cocktails in this low-lit showcase of Tokyo chic. From kitchen and bar, tradition and invention are hand-rolled with market-fresh sashimi and intricate sushi sensations.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated, talented and vibrant Assistant Restaurant Manager & Sommelier to deliver an exceptional food & beverage experience, with a strong emphasis on sake, whiskies, and a diverse wine selection, in the dynamic dining environment of Yamagen. The ideal candidate will have a “team-first” attitude, a passion for excellence, and the drive to succeed in this dynamic industry.

We are after a dedicated professional who would embrace the opportunity to work for Australia’s leading designer hotel brand. If you have the skills, creativity, and dedication to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Overview

The Assistant Restaurant Manager & Sommelier at Yamagen is responsible for curating and delivering an exceptional food & beverage experience. This role requires a deep understanding of traditional and modern beverage pairings, exceptional guest interaction, and the ability to lead beverage training and recommendations with both guests and team members. The Assistant Restaurant Manager & Sommelier supports the restaurant’s commitment to excellence, authenticity, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance on wine, sake and whiskies to enhance the guest dining experience.
Develop and maintain an exceptional beverage program aligned with Yamagen’s brand and culinary offering.
Train and support the service team in beverage knowledge, presentation, and responsible service.
Ensure the beverage list is well-curated, balanced, and updated regularly based on trends and stock availability.
Work closely with suppliers and distributors to source unique and high-quality products.
Deliver engaging and educational beverage experiences for guests, including tastings and pairings.
Maintain accurate stock control, cellar organization, and beverage inventory management.
Collaborate with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager on menu pairings and seasonal changes.
Ensure compliance with all licensing laws, health & safety, and RSA requirements.
Uphold grooming and presentation standards in alignment with Yamagen’s image.
Participate in team briefings, training sessions, and meetings.
Support service during busy periods, acting as both a sommelier and floor ambassador.
Manage a service section during quieter periods, maintaining high standards of guest engagement and service delivery.
Assist in developing beverage promotions and events to drive revenue and enhance guest engagement.
Perform other duties as directed by the Restaurant Manager.