Assistant Manager/ Sommelier, Fine Dining- Downtown Toronto

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic restaurant team as an Assistant Manager/Sommelier in downtown Toronto, where you will lead wine and food service, manage operations, and create memorable guest experiences. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with front and back-of-house teams while contributing to a culture of excellence and teamwork. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and unique perks like a monthly dining allowance and discounts at all locations. If you are passionate about fine dining and committed to outstanding service, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid vacation, personal, and sick days

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Group life and disability insurance

Uniform/clothing reimbursement

Monthly dining allowance

50% dining discount at all locations

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of supervisory or management experience in a restaurant.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead wine and food pairings and manage restaurant operations.
• Build relationships with guests and uphold high standards of integrity.

Skills

Wine and food pairing

Restaurant management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

WSET Level 2 or Sommelier certification

Smart Serve certification

Job description

Assistant Manager/ Sommelier, Fine Dining- Downtown Toronto

Join our team as an Assistant Manager/Sommelier in downtown Toronto's fine dining scene. This role involves leading wine and food service, managing restaurant operations, and creating a memorable guest experience.

Company Overview

We are a dynamic restaurant committed to excellence, teamwork, and guest satisfaction. Reporting to the General Manager, you'll collaborate with FOH and BOH teams, learn our systems, and contribute to our reputation for outstanding service.

Work Schedule

This position is primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days
• Health, dental, and vision benefits, including mental health coverage
• Discounted gym memberships and Employee Assistance Program
• Group life and disability insurance
• Uniform/clothing reimbursement
• Monthly dining allowance and 50% dining discount at all locations
• RRSP matching and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

1. Lead wine and food pairings, including Chef’s table dinners
2. Manage restaurant operations: recruitment, training, coaching, payroll, invoicing, inventory, scheduling, and safety meetings
3. Build and maintain relationships with guests, staff, and management
4. Communicate the company's vision and lead by example
5. Uphold high standards of integrity and promote the venue
6. Assist with additional duties as needed

Qualifications

• WSET Level 2 or Sommelier certification
• Smart Serve certification
• Minimum 4 years of supervisory or management experience in a restaurant
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to Diversity

We are dedicated to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity and fairness for all employees.