Sommelier

About Peppina

Peppina is the signature restaurant of The Tasman in Hobart, Tasmania, showcasing modern Italian cuisine infused with a distinctive Tasmanian influence. Emphasizing a philosophy grounded in simplicity, seasonality, and quality, Peppina celebrates premium local ingredients with authenticity at its core. The restaurant embraces the Italian tradition of uniting people through food, family, and friendship, making it one of Hobart's premier dining experiences.

Role Summary

The Sommelier will be a key figure in elevating Peppina’s wine service, sharing extensive knowledge and passion to forge authentic connections with diners. This role involves close collaboration with the culinary and service teams to provide guests with expert wine guidance, including pairing suggestions that enhance each dining occasion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, knowledgeable, and tailored wine service to guests.
• Advise on wine selections and pairings aligned with guest preferences, menu items, and special occasions.
• Communicate insights on wine regions, producers, grape varieties, vintages, and styles in an accessible manner.
• Maintain a consistent presence on the restaurant floor, offering support to the broader team during service.
• Assist in managing the wine list, cellar organization, stock levels, and inventory control.
• Ensure the correct storage, preparation, and presentation of wines to meet Peppina’s standards.
• Engage in tastings and professional training to continuously enhance wine and beverage expertise.
• Develop sincere relationships with guests and uncover opportunities to enrich their dining experience.
• Share wine expertise with colleagues to boost the team’s overall beverage knowledge.
• Collaborate closely with the Head Sommelier and culinary team to deliver a flawless pairing of food and wine.

Candidate Profile

• Deep passion for wine, culinary arts, and delivering memorable hospitality experiences with a sincere, guest-centric approach.
• Prior experience as a Sommelier or in a wine-specialized role within a fine dining, hotel, or premium hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of Australian, Tasmanian, and international wines, with a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Capability to assess guest tastes and suggest complementary wines and pairings confidently.
• Effective and approachable communicator enthusiastic about sharing wine knowledge.
• Attention to detail with a focus on maintaining exemplary wine service and presentation standards.
• Team-oriented individual thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Holds a current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate.
• Possession of WSET or Court of Master Sommeliers certification is an advantage.
• Authorized to work in Australia with willingness to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits and Lifestyle Perks

• Join a supportive, forward-thinking, and seasoned team.
• Be part of a unique dining experience within The Tasman’s portfolio.
• Enjoy comprehensive discounts and benefits for employees and their families across more than 9,000 Marriott properties worldwide.
• Access to broad career development, learning pathways, and advancement opportunities.
• Participation in wellbeing initiatives designed to support you both personally and professionally.
• Experience a balanced lifestyle with proximity to Tasmania’s world-class events and attractions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marriott International is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We uphold non-discriminatory hiring practices concerning disability, veteran status, and any other legally protected categories.