Assistant Sommelier - Rockpool

Rockpool restaurant is currently seeking an Assistant Sommelier to join the wine team at Neil Perry's flagship fine dining restaurant in The Rocks.

The current wine list features approximately 900+ wines with an extensive listing from Australian and International wine regions.

Passion for wine and food is a must, along with a comprehensive knowledge of local and imported wines. Candidates must also show dedication to providing our guests with exceptional wine service.

We are looking for Staff who want to be part of a successful team. If you feel that your experience would be right for this position please apply.

All candidates must be available Tuesday to Saturday for dinner service and be available to work full time hours.

Applicants should have relevant experience within the wine industry, preferably in a restaurant of a similar calibre.

To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

Please email your application to emma@rockpool.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

Importer of Premium New Zealand and European wine

• Generous Base Salary Negotiable
• Highly Respected Specialists
• Autonomous Work Environment
• Competitive Package including Car (or allowance), Mobile, Laptop etc.

With an opportunity to work across two portfolio's, one specializing in premium New Zealand wines, the other in top French domains, these well-established business's offers an unsurpassed opportunity to build a long, successful and lucrative sales career.

With an ever-growing foothold in the market and a strong stable of loyal clients, they are seeking out a proven Business Development/ Account Manager within NSW to continue the growth and brand awareness of their offering. Territory based, you will focus on:

• Developing new business opportunities with National and Independent Retail & Liquor Resellers
• Liaising with Managers & Sommeliers
• Creating and running special events for main buyers and corporates
• Increase current sales with existing accounts

To be considered for this role you will have established contacts in the NSW market, a good understanding and passion for New Zealand, Australian and European wine (both traditional and quirky) and have proven sales success. You will be impeccably presented and possess an energetic, engaging and results-focused personality plus exceptional relationship building skills.

Apart from a brilliant culture and the opportunity to work within a business that is held in high esteem by peers within the industry you will be rewarded with a generous base salary that will be negotiated per your qualifications. You will also be rewarded with excellent bonuses, car allowance, a phone, laptop and sample allowance etc.

To submit your interest for confidential consideration, please email Josh on josh@janaianselmi.com

Restaurant Two | Sommelier

Restaurant Two is seeking a professional sommelier to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your own experience and gain a well rounded appreciation for both food and wine and the chance to access some of the best wines worldwide and share your experience with our valued clientele.

The successful applicant will be passionate about food and wine, seek perfection in everything they do and be dedicated to providing premium wine service. Excellent organisational, communicative and back of house skills, combined with sound computer skills are required along with a responsive and confident personality. The ideal applicant will have excellent service skills, extensive understanding of food and wine pairing, a vast knowledge of Australian and imported wine with excellent knowledge of vintages, regions and producers.

For applications please contact Ramon on 07 3210 1311 or email applications to wine@restaurant2.com.au

Spirits Ambassador & Account Manager

Moët Hennessy Australia is a recognised industry leader in the distribution of champagnes, premium-branded still and sparkling wines and deluxe spirits, and is part of the broader Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH) Group.

Reporting to the State Sales Manager and working closely with the Senior Brand Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving the brand visibility, sales performance and trade activation of Belvedere Vodka, Hennessy, Glenmorangie, Ardbeg and 10 Cane Rum. You will be the driver for all Victorian brand building activities with key accounts working consultatively with the Spirits Brand Manager and Activation Manager.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Execute a defined training program and conducting Spirit staff trainings at a local level to enhance the brands in the trade.
* Display a superior knowledge of all Spirits categories and drive brand loyalty within core local bartender networks
Be recognised as the Spirits authority by customers and industry opinion leaders
* Direct sales responsibility for core On Trade bar and night trade accounts
* Protect, grow and develop key customers and new business
* Achieve maximum facings and display of core Spirits brands in all outlets
* Work with local sales team to increase Spirit brand exposure in all accounts
* Ensure all promotional activity is executed effectively and agreed number of Trade Marketing brand promotions are achieved per month
The successful candidate will ideally have proven experience as a bartender in a high end trade environment and display an excellent understanding of the liquor industry. A deep interest and knowledge of cocktails and spirits is essential combined with previous brand ambassadorial or spirit sales experience. You will be highly motivated, able to work under pressure and display good commercial and networking skills. Please note that the role involves regular evening and weekend work.
For further information regarding this role please email Sue Lauritz on recruit@mondosearch.com.au

Sommelier/Sales Rep with training experience [Location: Maldives; Interviews: Melbourne]

Cellarmaster Maldives is looking for a Sommelier or Sales Representative with training experience for a four month contract in the Maldives.

The position is responsible for developing sales to the Resorts as well as to provide basic wine training to the resort wine waiting teams. Writing correspondence and newsletters is an important attribute, as are as skills in building relationships with our key customers.

The candidate must be enthusiastic, have knowledge of serving wine and upselling techniques. Cellarmaster will provide return airfares, accommodation, salary and commissions.

The Cellarmaster portfolio includes:
Australia: Stella Bella, Thorne Clarke, Kilikanoon, Kooyong, Port Phillip Estate, By Farr, Farr Rising, Punters Corner, Zilzie and McPhersons.
New Zealand: Ata Rangi, Fromm, Spy Valley, Te Whara Ra, Dog Point
France: Joseph Drouhin, Chateau d'Esclans, Remy Ackerman, Champagne Louis de Sacy, Champagne Roger Pouillon
Italy: Cavit and Donnafugata

Applicants will be interviewed in Melbourne and the position will be filled immediately.

If you are looking for a short term position in one of the world's most exotic locations, please email your application to info@cellarmaster.com.mv.

Sommeliers - maze by Gordon Ramsay

maze by Gordon Ramsay has opened to critical acclaim for its food, service and wine list. The venue offers three exciting dining options; maze by Gordon Ramsay, maze Grill and maze Bar – allowing the talented Sommelier three distinct menus to create amazing pairings with

We are looking for dedicated, passionate and determined individuals to join our beverage team. We have positions available in our Sommeliers team to learn from one of Australia's finest - Lincoln Riley.

Key Accountabilities of the role:
• Courteous and professional service at all times
• Responsible serving of alcohol at all times
• Strong knowledge and understanding of beverages
• Ability to sell to guests
• Passion to serve food

The successful candidate will:
• Have a minimum of 6 months waiting experience preferably from a fine dining establishment
• Have genuine passion for food and the restaurant industry
• Be customer focused and personable
• Be a good communicator and articulate
• Fully understand how their role contributes to the success of the restaurant
• Work collaboratively with others in pursuit of team goals
• Show flexibility to working a variety of shifts including evenings, mornings and weekends

In return we offer:
• Competitive salary
• The opportunity to work alongside the top talent within the industry
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Career planning

Please send your CV to: mazemelbourne@gordonramsay.com

SOMMELIER | Enoteca Sileno

Enoteca Sileno is currently seeking to appoint a professional Sommelier to the Enoteca Vino Bar team.

As importers of the finest artigianale Italian food and wine into Australia for more than 50 years, the position offers the unique opportunity to work with one of the most comprehensive collections of Italian wine in Australia and exclusive access Italy's most reputable wine producers. It also offers the opportunity to be involved in a number of new projects in development.

The successful applicant will have experience in a similar role demonstrating the following:
• Energy and enthusiasm to drive wine list development and contribute to increasing the overall profile of Enoteca Vino Bar
• Excellent knowledge of Italian wine and culture
• Excellent administration, organization and computer skills
• Excellent wine service skills
• Passion for staff training and development

Please direct inquiries and applications to Rebekah Malherbe by telephone (03) 9389 7070 or email to rebekah@enoteca.com.au.

Winebar Manager, Margaret River, West Australia

Have a passion for food and wine? Looking for THAT place in THE environment to express that passion. Wino's Margaret River is offering the rare oportunity for someone to live, work and play in one of Australias most renowned destinations.

Wino's is a congenial Winebar in the heart of legendary Margaret River. The first of it's kind in WA, Wino's has been running for 9 years featuring blackboard menus of tapas and seasonal mains, 20 odd wines by the glass, a 750+ bottle wine list, a lively spacious ambiance split into a chilled bar and congenial dinning room.

Wino's is owned by a couple of local winemakers (thus the name) who view it as an extension of their own lounge and dining rooms, That is, we belive in hospitality in the true sence of the word. We are about enjoying wine and food on all levels, but in a casual, fun and very layed back Margaret River style.

If you can see yourself overseeing the daily operations of one of WA's premier wine and food venues, in the wine mecca that is Margaret River, then we would like to talk to you about a position with us. The right person will be well looked after both financially and with a job that will be challenging and satisfying.

Interested parties should forward
1. Your resume and
2. A cover letter outlining a little about yourself, your goals, and what you would most like to achieve for yourself over the next few years
to Mike Gadd -winos@compwest.net.au.

The position is long term so we are interested in people would want to make a comitment to both the venue, and, the region.