Sommelier (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

  VenuesLive

  West End, Brisbane, Queensland

We’ve partnered with renowned Australia Chef, restauranteur, and television personality Shane Delia, whose bold and creative approach to Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine is redefining the dining experience in Brisbane at the Thomas Dixon Centre. 

Layla Brisbane marks the first venture north from Shane Delia, bringing with him a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences embedded in an inventive approach to spice. Celebrated for his bold, Middle Eastern flavours, Shane’s unique culinary vision and dedication to quality have made his flagship restaurant Maha a fixture of Melbourne’s dining scene for the past 17 years, and extends to his other beloved Melbourne venues Maha North, Maha East, and Jayda.

This is your chance to be part of something truly special, where art, culture, and exceptional food collide at Layla Brisbane.

If you’re ready to work in a beautiful venue, collaborate with incredible talent, and grow your hospitality skills in one of Brisbane’s most vibrant cultural hubs, we’d love to hear from you. 

The successful applicant will be responsible for helping to curate and oversee an extensive and exciting wine list, engage with guests, offer expert recommendations and share your passion for wine while curating a memorable dining experience.

The key responsibilities of this position include:

• Contribute to the curating and managing of an extensive wine list that complements the menu
• Offer personalised, expert wine recommendations to guests
• Deliver impeccable wine service to guests
• Lead and conduct staff training to ensure our team is knowledgeable about our wine service, pairings and service techniques
• Stay informed about latest wine trends, regions and vintages to keep our wine list current and cutting edge.
• Working as part of a high-functioning team to ensure seamless service

The key skills and attributes required are:

Experience working as a Sommelier in a fine dining restaurant

·       Qualifications in Hospitality/ Certified Sommelier (CMS, WSET Level 3 or equivalent) will be highly regarded.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

·       A genuine passion for food, wine and customer service

·       Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously 

·       Excellent time management skills 

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

·       Self-motivated, with a strong attention to detail

·       Immaculate presentation and grooming standards 

If this sounds like you, please send us your resume along with a letter telling us why you're the ideal candidate for this role.

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