About Us
Rockpool Bar & Grill delivers an exceptional steakhouse experience across Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. With a commitment to sourcing the finest Australian produce, in-house dry-aged beef, and signature wood-fire grilling, Rockpool sets the standard for culinary excellence. Rockpool has been recognised among the world's best steakhouses, with Rockpool Sydney ranked 8th globally in both 2023 and 2024.
Hunter St. Hospitality is a leading Australian hospitality group, operating a diverse portfolio of over 40 venues across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and other key markets. Its brands include internationally recognised Rockpool Bar & Grill and The Cut Bar & Grill, critically acclaimed Spice Temple and Sake Restaurant & Bar, as well as Bar Patrón, Sahtein, 24 York, 7 Alfred, Fratelli Fresh, El Camino Cantina, The Bavarian, Munich Brauhaus, Winghaus, SLICE, and Catch Fish and Chips.
What We Offer
* Elite Career Growth: A unique opportunity to further your career with one of Australia's most respected hospitality groups, with potential to influence the growth of our premium venues.
* Training & Development: Tailored mentorship and access to world-class professional development programs, designed to nurture the highest level of culinary and hospitality expertise.
* Exclusive Perks: Competitive salary, food and beverage discounts and private health insurance discounts.
* Supportive Leadership: Join a dynamic team of hospitality professionals with a focus on innovation, creativity, and excellence.
* Career Pathways: Opportunities for career progression across our prestigious portfolio of restaurants located in Australia.
What We're Looking For
An experienced Assistant Head Sommelier with strong English skills to work closely with our Head Sommelier and to lead a team of Sommeliers to enhance our guest's dining experiences through beverage service.
The role primarily involves engaging with our guests, offering a high-quality wine experience. Collaborate with our kitchen and service teams to enhance guests' experiences. Assist in staff trainings and mentoring for beverage service excellence.
The role also involves assisting with administrative duties, such as cellar management, wine list curation, POS management, monthly beverage stocktake inventory, and representing our Head Sommelier during their absence.
What we are looking for
* Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Sommelier in a premium dining environment.
* Knowledge: Extensive understanding of international wines, spirits, and beers.
* Certification: WSET Level 3 or CMS certification preferred.
* Guest Engagement: Confident, professional communicator with strong English skills and a natural ability to engage guests and deliver personalised wine recommendations.
* Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for food, wine, and service, with a desire to elevate the guest experience.
* Dedication: Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development in wine expertise and management.
* Strong team player: Works effectively with restaurant staff to deliver seamless and high-quality wine service, contributing to a cohesive and outstanding dining experience.
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