Sommelier: Elevate French Wine & Guest Experience

Apollo Restaurant Group; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apollo Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced Sommelier to elevate our wine program. Deliver engaging wine service, guide guests through a French-focused list, and collaborate with chefs to create perfect pairings.

You will mentor front-of-house staff, assist with cellar management, and help foster a warm, hospitality-driven guest experience. WSET/CMS are welcome; join a growing group including Baptiste, Cho Cho San, Olympus Dining, Greca, Yoko, and The Apollo in Tokyo.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier or in a wine-focused premium restaurant role.
• Strong wine knowledge, particularly French wines, regions and varietals.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and connecting with guests.
• Confident communication skills and a natural ability to make wine approachable.
• WSET or CMS qualifications are highly regarded but not essential.
• A team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, knowledgeable wine service and recommendations.
• Guide guests through our wine list, with a strong focus on French wines and regions.
• Work closely with chefs and the restaurant team on food and wine pairings.
• Support wine training and development across the front-of-house team.
• Assist with cellar management, stock control and wine service standards.
• Help create a warm, memorable dining experience for every guest.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Wine knowledge

Hospitality passion

Communication skills

WSET/CMS qualifications

Team development

Job description

The Apollo Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced Sommelier to elevate our wine program. Deliver engaging wine service, guide guests through a French-focused list, and collaborate with chefs to create perfect pairings.

You will mentor front-of-house staff, assist with cellar management, and help foster a warm, hospitality-driven guest experience. WSET/CMS are welcome; join a growing group including Baptiste, Cho Cho San, Olympus Dining, Greca, Yoko, and The Apollo in Tokyo.