Sommelier & Section Waiter — Italian Wine & Service Pro

Postino; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of tips

Performance incentives

Ongoing training and development

Career progression

Staff discounts

Job summary

Postino Osteria in Summer Hill (Sydney) is seeking experienced Section Waiters and Sommeliers to deliver warm, polished service in a buzzing 130-seat setting. The role involves owning a section, guiding guests through food and wine, and contributing to à la carte service, group dining and events.

We offer a competitive full-time salary with superannuation and growth opportunities within Maestro Hospitality, plus tips and incentives. RSA and Australian work rights are required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience as a Section Waiter / Sommelier within premium or fine dining environments
• Diploma in Hospitality or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of restaurant service standards
• Experience managing a wine program
• Australian RSA certification and full Australian working rights

Responsibilities

• Confidently managing your own section throughout service
• Building genuine connections with guests
• Guiding guests through our food and beverage offering
• Providing informed menu, wine and pairing recommendations
• Delivering polished, attentive and engaging service
• Managing orders, dietary requirements, billing and payments accurately
• Working closely with both FOH and BOH teams to ensure seamless service
• Maintaining your section to an exceptional standard throughout service

Skills

Hospitality service excellence

Wine knowledge

Guest engagement

Communication skills

RSA certification

High-volume service

Education

Diploma in Hospitality

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Postino Osteria in Summer Hill (Sydney) is seeking experienced Section Waiters and Sommeliers to deliver warm, polished service in a buzzing 130-seat setting. The role involves owning a section, guiding guests through food and wine, and contributing to à la carte service, group dining and events.

We offer a competitive full-time salary with superannuation and growth opportunities within Maestro Hospitality, plus tips and incentives. RSA and Australian work rights are required.