" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eHead Sommelier\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 Management / Supervisor \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\u003eOpportunity to work on Australia\u0026#39;s best wine program\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with the industry\u0026#39;s finest wine team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining \u0026amp; development led by Loic Avril \u0026amp; Yuki Hirose\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Lucas Collective:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLucas Collective (formerly LUCAS Restaurants) is a proudly founder-owned and led hospitality group, home to some of Australia\u0026rsquo;s most loved and acclaimed restaurants, bars, and event brands - including Maison B\u0026acirc;tard, Society, Grill Americano, Chin Chin, Yakimono, Hawker Hall, Kisum\u0026eacute; and more. We are curious, innovative, and constantly redefining the boundaries of hospitality, creating unforgettable experiences at the intersection of lifestyle, culture, and design. Led by renowned restaurateur Chris Lucas, Lucas Collective sets the benchmark for premium dining and hospitality across Australia.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Opportunity:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are seeking a Head Sommelier to join our team and deliver an exceptional wine experience. You will bring an unwavering passion and appreciation for wine, combined with strong hands-on skills in service, cellar upkeep, and maintenance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith exciting new venues opening in 2026, we are expanding our team and looking for someone ready to elevate our wine program across our growing portfolio of premium restaurants.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Candidate Must Have:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience as Head Sommelier or 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 \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWorking with Lucas Collective:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eAt Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that\u0026rsquo;s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterested?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick \u0026lsquo;Apply\u0026rsquo; and submit your updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details. For more information on what it\u0026rsquo;s like to work at Lucas Collective, visit\u0026nbsp;www.lucascollective.com. \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=\"1997887\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "