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Job Description
Rick Shores is one special dining venue. Located on the beach Burleigh Heads Queensland, Rick Shores offers a relaxed setting delivering high-end Pan Asian cuisine and an elevated dining experience. About the Role
As Sommelier, you will play a key role in curating and delivering our beverage program while enhancing the guest experience through expert wine knowledge, service, and hospitality leadership. Key Responsibilities Curate and manage the venue’s wine program in collaboration with Venue Management and Group Beverage leadership
Develop and maintain a balanced wine list featuring directly sourced, boutique, eclectic, progressive, classic domestic and international producers Train and mentor front-of-house staff on wine styles, flavour profiles, and food pairing recommendations Lead wine service on the restaurant floor, ensuring correct presentation and proactive upselling to maximise profitability
Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to design complementary food and wine pairings Organise and manage wine stock efficiently, ensuring systems are easy for all staff to follow Assist with ordering in line with budgetary parameters and financial guidelines
Support the Management Team in upholding company service standards and guest experience expectations Qualifications & Experience To be successful in this role, you must meet one of the following requirements:
A Diploma qualification relevant to hospitality plus at least one year of full-time relevant work experience, or At least three years of full-time relevant work experience in lieu of formal qualifications In addition, you will have:
Previous experience as a Sommelier or Wine Waiter in a high-quality restaurant environment WSET Level 2 or 3 qualifications (highly regarded) A current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate
Strong knowledge of domestic and international wines with the ability to pair wine and food creatively Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a genuine passion for customer service Benefits
Competitive salary package $80,000 to $85,000 per annum plus superannuation Employee discount Ongoing training and professional development
If you are a dedicated Sommelier looking to bring your expertise to one of Queensland’s most respected dining destinations, we would love to hear from you. Apply with your resume and cover letter today.