Senior Beverage Manager & Sommelier Lead

Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron is seeking a Beverage Manager to lead beverage and bar operations across RSYS, delivering exceptional experiences for our premium members. You will oversee the award-winning cellar, beverage programs and bar service across all outlets, events and functions, guiding cellar and bar teams and partnering with hospitality colleagues to raise service standards.

As RSYS Sommelier, you will provide expert wine guidance, curate the cellar, and drive beverage training to

Qualifications

• Experience in premium beverage management or sommelier roles.
• Advanced wine knowledge and cellar management experience.
• Experience leading hospitality or beverage teams.
• Strong stock control and financial management skills.
• RSA, Food Handler and First Aid qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead beverage and bar operations across RSYS outlets, events and functions.
• Oversee cellar, wine program and wine list curation.
• Manage procurement, stock control and supplier relationships.
• Provide beverage training to elevate service standards.
• Lead hands-on service and engage with members to uphold premium standards.

Skills

Beverage leadership

Wine knowledge

Team leadership

Stock & finance management

Beverage training

RSA/First Aid

Customer service

Commercial awareness

Fast-paced hospitality

Menu & wine list curation

Job description

Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron is seeking a Beverage Manager to lead beverage and bar operations across RSYS, delivering exceptional experiences for our premium members. You will oversee the award-winning cellar, beverage programs and bar service across all outlets, events and functions, guiding cellar and bar teams and partnering with hospitality colleagues to raise service standards.

As RSYS Sommelier, you will provide expert wine guidance, curate the cellar, and drive beverage training to