Junior Sommelier cum F&B Assistant

RESTAURANT AU JARDIN; George Town; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits with service points

Job summary

Restaurant Au Jardin invites a dedicated Junior Sommelier cum F&B Attendant to join the opening team of a new dining concept. You will support the sommelier, deliver professional wine service, and contribute to daily front-of-house operations in a refined setting.

With backing by Michelin-level standards, this role offers wine training, development of the wine list and pairing programme, and opportunities to advance toward a professional sommelier title while enjoying a competitive salary and

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for wine and guest experiences.
• WSET Level 2 or CMS Intro Certificate, or willing to obtain during employment.
• Commit to attending classes and completing certification within an agreed timeframe.
• Previous experience in F&B or refined dining.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sommelier in delivering wine service to standards.
• Present, open, pour and serve wine confidently.
• Develop understanding of our wine list and pairing programme.
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar and service teams during service.
• Support wine-related events and stock takes.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Wine service

Guest hospitality

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

WSET Level 2 or CMS Intro Certificate

Job description

A New Dining Concept Under Restaurant Au Jardin

One Michelin Star | No. 39 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

Hospitality is an art—and every detail matters.

This position is for an exciting new dining concept under Restaurant Au Jardin, offering the successful candidate an opportunity to be part of the opening team and contribute to shaping its wine programme and service culture from the beginning.

Backed by the experience and standards of our Michelin-starred team, the new outlet will carry forward Au Jardin’s commitment to thoughtful hospitality, quality and attention to detail while developing its own distinct identity.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Junior Sommelier cum F&B Attendant who has a genuine passion for wine, fine dining and creating memorable guest experiences.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a serious career in wine while developing strong restaurant service skills within a refined dining environment.

Your Role

As a Junior Sommelier cum F&B Attendant, you will support the Sommelier in delivering professional wine service while contributing actively to the restaurant’s daily front‑of‑house operations.

You will provide warm, genuine and attentive hospitality, assist with food and beverage service, and help ensure that every part of the guest experience is delivered smoothly and consistently.

You’ll Be Mainly Responsible For:

Supporting the Sommelier in delivering wine service according to the restaurant’s service standards.

Presenting, opening, pouring and serving wine confidently and professionally.

Developing a strong understanding of our wine list, wine philosophy and pairing programme.

Building detailed knowledge of the food menu, ingredients, allergens and service standards.

Assisting with restaurant setup, food and beverage service, table maintenance and closing duties.

Anticipating guest needs and providing warm, personalised and professional hospitality.

Communicating effectively with the kitchen, bar and service teams throughout service.

Participating fully in the restaurant’s structured wine training programme.

Conducting short sharing sessions during daily briefings on wines by the glass, wine pairings and selected bottles.

Assisting with wine stock takes, monitoring bottle movement and ensuring wines and related equipment are properly stored and handled.

Supporting wine dinners, special events, wine promotions and other beverage‑related activities.

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, grooming, punctuality and professional conduct.

Who We’re Looking For

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who demonstrates a genuine dedication to wine and is committed to continuously developing their knowledge, palate and service skills.

You are someone who:

Has a genuine passion for wine and wishes to build a professional career in wine service.

Holds a WSET Level 2 or CMS Introductory Certificate, or is willing to obtain the qualification during employment.

Is prepared to commit the time and effort required to attend classes, study and complete the certification within an agreed timeframe.

Understands that the Company will initially fund the approved certification programme, with the cost to be repaid by the employee under an agreed repayment arrangement.

Demonstrates initiative in learning about wine through training, tastings, reading and independent study.

Has previous experience in F&B, hospitality or a refined dining environment.

Is warm, attentive and confident when engaging with guests.

Pays close attention to detail and takes pride in delivering excellent service.

Is willing to support all aspects of restaurant operations—not only wine service.

Has a positive attitude and is eager to learn, contribute and grow.

Your Development with Us

As your wine knowledge, service ability and confidence progress, you will be given opportunities to contribute towards:

The development and curation of the wine list.

The restaurant’s wine pairing programme.

Wine promotions and beverage activations.

Wine dinners and special events.

Improving the team’s overall beverage knowledge.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Be part of the opening team of an exciting new dining concept.

Help shape the outlet’s wine programme and service culture from the beginning.

Work alongside an experienced and passionate culinary and hospitality team.

Gain hands‑on exposure to wine pairing and refined beverage service.

Receive support in obtaining a recognised professional wine qualification.

Develop your career towards becoming a professional Sommelier.

Competitive salary and benefits with service points.

Ready to Build Your Career in Wine and Hospitality?

If you are genuinely passionate about wine, believe in thoughtful hospitality and are prepared to dedicate yourself to learning and growing with a new dining concept, we would love to hear from you.

Join our opening team and develop your craft—one bottle, one service and one guest at a time.