" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAssistant Head Sommelier | Noẽma\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19163\"\u003e Hospitality / Travel / Tourism \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19164\"\u003e Bar and Beverage \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19165\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19166\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eBourke Street, CBD Location\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMediterranean inspired cuisine\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eASAP start available\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eONE OF MELBOURNE\u0026rsquo;S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RESTAURANTS IS COMING THIS NOVEMBER.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout\u0026nbsp;No\u0026#7869;ma\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No\u0026#7869;ma is the latest concept from Lucas Collective, bringing a fresh take on contemporary Mediterranean dining to Melbourne\u0026rsquo;s CBD. Inspired by modern Greek cuisine, the menu will celebrate exceptional produce, bold flavours and the theatre of Josper-grilled cooking, all within a striking new venue spanning a main dining room, intimate basement and private dining spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No\u0026#7869;ma is a restaurant being created from the ground up, and this is a rare opportunity to join from the very beginning - helping shape the team, culture and guest experience that will define No\u0026#7869;ma from day one.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Lucas Collective\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Home to some of Australia\u0026rsquo;s most iconic and acclaimed restaurants, Lucas Collective is one of the country\u0026rsquo;s leading hospitality groups, with a collection including Chin Chin, Kisum\u0026eacute;, Hawker Hall, Maison B\u0026acirc;tard, Baby Pizza, Yakimono, Society, Grill Americano and Tombo Den.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Opportunity \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We\u0026rsquo;re looking for Assistant Head Sommeliers to join No\u0026#7869;ma\u0026rsquo;s opening team. This hands-on role focuses on exceptional wine service, cellar management and creating memorable guest experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll work alongside Lo\u0026iuml;c Avril\u0026nbsp;and Yuki Hirose, Group Head Sommelier, who lead Lucas Collective\u0026rsquo;s wine programs across the group. Grow your wine knowledge, develop your career and help shape No\u0026#7869;ma\u0026rsquo;s wine experience from day one.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal Candidate:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive knowledge of wine, new and old world\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePassion for the wine industry\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of management practices\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience in leading high-performing teams and exceeding targets\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExceptional service skills and guest focused\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with stock control and inventory management is advantageous\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust be up-to-date with industry trends\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly adaptable and able to perform in high-pressure service periods\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability in building effective relationships\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganisational and time management skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExceptional communication and presentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull time availability including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWSET certification or similar is highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVictorian RSA certificate\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Lucas Collective?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more than 30 years, Lucas Collective has played a significant role in shaping Australia\u0026rsquo;s hospitality landscape, developing restaurants that challenge convention, establish new benchmarks and become destinations in their own right. Our venues have earned top Australian hospitality awards, including Maison B\u0026acirc;tard being named Australia\u0026rsquo;s Best New Restaurant in 2025, along with international recognition for excellence in food, wine and hospitality.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine career progression across our growing collection of venues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustry-leading training, development and masterclasses\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLucas Education and specialist wine and sake programs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities to learn from award winning hospitality leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerous dining discounts across our venues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive, high-performing and collaborative team environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReady to Join Us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re passionate about hospitality, hungry to learn and ready to be part of something exceptional, we\u0026rsquo;d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e Click \u0026lsquo;Apply\u0026rsquo; and submit your updated CV. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1997879\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "