Assistant Restaurant Manager / Sommelier
FilledLocation
West Kelowna, British Columbia
Salary
50,000 to 60,000
Job Type
Full Time
Job Overview
The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market is seeking a hospitality-focused Assistant Restaurant Manager / Sommelier to join our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic hospitality professional who thrives in a guest-driven environment and is passionate about food, wine, and exceptional service.
This role combines floor leadership with wine service, helping create memorable dining experiences while supporting the daily front-of-house operations of the restaurant.
Key Responsibilities
- Warmly greet and welcome guests, creating a positive first impression and setting the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
- Provide hands-on leadership during service, ensuring high standards of hospitality and professionalism.
- Support the Restaurant Manager with **daily front-of-house operations**, including service coordination and team leadership.
- Provide engaging wine service and recommendations, highlighting wines from Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery together with carefully selected benchmark producers from around the world.
- Assist with wine list maintenance, inventory management, and cellar organization.
- Help train and mentor service staff in wine knowledge and service standards
- Ensure compliance with liquor regulations, service standards, and workplace safety.
Join a passionate team dedicated to great food, outstanding hospitality, and exceptional wines in the heart of the Okanagan.
Requirements
2–3 years of restaurant leadership or supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant.
a diploma or certificate in Hospitality is a definite asset, but not a requirement
Strong interest in wine and wine service; WSET level 2 at minimum, CMS, or similar certification is required.
Excellent guest service, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospitality environment.
Serving It Right certification (or ability to obtain).
Must be currently legal to work in Canada, will not assist in acquiring a Work Visa
Compensation
- competitive salary based on experience
- Eligibility to enroll in the company extended health benefits program
- Wine allotment program featuring wines from Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery and our sister winery Rust Wine Co.
- Opportunities for wine education and professional development
How to Apply
Please apply by sending CV and cover letter to jeff@mtboucherie.com
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