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Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour, where your workplace is as iconic as the view. Perfectly positioned in Circular Quay, our hotel offers luxurious one- and two-bedroom apartments with postcard-worthy views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. As a unique hybrid of premium hotel accommodation and long-term residential living, we deliver a diverse, personalised guest experience unlike anywhere else in Sydney. Our food & beverage portfolio features two standout venues. Flaminia, created in collaboration with the acclaimed Pilu team, offers an elevated modern Italian dining experience with a harbourside perspective. Acapulco ElVista, developed in partnership with the award winning Maybe Sammy group, brings a bold coastal Latin bar concept with world class cocktails and vibrant energy. With exceptional meeting and event spaces designed for everything from high-end corporate functions to iconic harbourside weddings, joining our team means being part of a property where every day feels remarkable. Be part of a team that creates unforgettable moments, set against one of the world's most breathtaking backdrops.
Flaminia, the newly opened Italian seafood restaurant by award-winning Chef Giovanni Pilu at Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour, seeks talented Sommeliers with proven restaurant experience to enhance our recently opened team at Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour. High-volume high-end dining calls for exceptional wine expertise to elevate guest experiences and drive beverage sales.
Primary Responsibilities
* Greet guests, present menus, offer personalised recommendations on our Italian-focused wine list and seafood specials, and handle orders with attention to dietary needs.
* Curate wine pairings from our Italian-focused list, guide guests on selections, and execute flawless pours and service during peak shifts.
* Collaborate with floor teams on upselling, manage cellar inventory/stock control, conduct staff trainings, and handle beverage-related guest queries or issues.
* Provide polished table service, including wine pours, dish presentation, and proactive check-backs in a high-end dining environment.
* Maintain venue standards during peak service, support team coordination, and ensure seamless guest experiences.
Skills and Experience
* Minimum 2 years in upscale restaurants, with proven wine knowledge and upsell skills. An understanding of Italian wines and regions essential.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to thrive in fast-paced settings, and availability for evenings, weekends, and events.
* RSA certificate, and alignment with Accor Heartist values.
Accor Benefits
* ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
* Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you.
* Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays.
* Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor's industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy.
* Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide.
* Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career.
At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.
Everyone has a story and we want to learn yours. We invite you to APPLY NOW.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Hospitality
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