Sommelier – Upscale Italian Seafood Restaurant

About the role

Join the newly opened Flaminia, an award‑winning Italian seafood restaurant at Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour. As a Sommelier you will bring expert wine knowledge to a high‑volume, high‑end dining environment, enhancing guest experiences and supporting beverage sales.

Key responsibilities

• Greet guests, present menus and provide personalised wine recommendations aligned with Italian‑focused wine lists and seafood specials.
• Curate and execute wine pairings, ensuring flawless pours and service during peak service periods.
• Collaborate with floor teams to upsell, manage cellar inventory and stock control, and conduct staff wine training.
• Handle beverage‑related guest queries, resolve issues promptly, and maintain high standards of table service.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in upscale restaurant service with proven wine knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Italian wine regions and the ability to recommend pairings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Availability for evenings, weekends and special events.
• Alignment with Accor Heartist values.

Required skills

• RSA certificate

What we offer

• All Heartist Membership discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide.
• Family & Friends discounts on a range of services and events.
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) loyalty program with status and reward points.
• Career development support through Accor’s Learn Your Way program.