Sommelier - Bennelong, Two Chefs Hats fine dining

Fink Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression and professional发展t

Great tips and staff meals every day

Dining discounts across all Fink Group

Exceptional mentorship and training

Financial support in wine studies

Work with the best views in Sydney

Wellbeing support for all team members

Job summary

Bennelong, nestled under the Sydney Opera House and part of the Fink Group, is seeking a passionate Sommelier for casual, 30+ hours per week to elevate our wine program. You will showcase Australia’s finest wines alongside international selections, requiring 2+ years of fine-dining sommelier experience and a WSET Level 2 or CMS certification.

Strong communication and organisation are essential to thrive in our team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Sommelier in fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of food, beverages and wine.
• WSET Level 2 or CMS equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a busy environment.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Australian work rights

Night and weekend availability

Education

WSET Level 2 or CMS

Full working rights in Australia

Job description

• Join Australia's best restaurant group - Fink, with restaurants across NSW + QLD
• Incredible team, driven by a passion for excellence and admiration for wine
• Continuously awarded Two Chefs Hats, delivering an unforgettable experience

About Bennelong

Step into Bennelong, where celebrated Australian chef Peter Gilmore showcases the very best of Australian produce and wines.

Nestled beneath the iconic sails of the Sydney Opera House, Bennelong celebrates not only extraordinary architecture but also the rich diversity and quality of Australian ingredients.

Awarded Best Regional Wine List for Australasia for the second consecutive year by the World of Fine Wine, Bennelong is a destination for those who appreciate exceptional cuisine, world-class wines, and a dining experience unlike any other.

Who We Are

Join the Bennelong team and become part of the prestigious Fink Group, one of Australia’s leading restaurant groups.

Positions Available

Sommelier – Casual, 30+ hours per week

Bennelong’s award-winning wine list features the very best of Australian and international wines—from beloved Australian labels to boutique wineries. Guests experience a contemporary and diverse selection spanning a wide range of vintages and price points, combining household names with exciting new producers shaping Australia’s wine landscape.

What We Are Looking For

• 2+ years experience as a Sommelier within a fine dining setting
• Strong knowledge of food, beverages, and wine
• WSET Level 2 or above, or CMS equivalent
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy environment
• Full working rights in Australia
• Availability to work nights and weekends

Who You Are

• Passionate about food, wine, and hospitality
• Self-motivated, professional, with a strong attention to detail
• Thrives in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Well-presented and punctual

The Benefits

• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Great tips and staff meals every day
• Dining discounts across all Fink Group restaurants
• Exceptional mentorship and training from incredible Head Sommelier and Group Wine Director
• Financial support in further wine studies and education
• Work with the best views in Sydney
• Wellbeing support for all team members

What’s Next

Ready to be part of an iconic Sydney dining experience?