Senior Food & Beverage Attendant / Sommelier / Cellar Door Host

At Polperro, we don’t just serve food and wine , we craft experiences grounded in genuine connection, thoughtful detail, and a deep love of the land. Our wine-focused venue is home to a Chef’s Hat-awarded restaurant, an intimate cellar door, and an ever-evolving farm-to-table philosophy rooted in our biodynamic vineyard and kitchen garden.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate hospitality professional who brings both knowledge and heart to the table. Someone with a strong understanding of wine (ideally WSET Level 3 or equivalent), a confident presence on the floor, and a genuine desire to elevate every guest interaction — whether that’s over a tasting flight in the cellar door or guiding a perfectly matched pour in our dining room.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role across several touchpoints:

• Hosting guests in our Chef’s Hat restaurant as a senior section waiter
• Assisting or leading in the cellar door with wine tastings and sales
• Taking on sommelier responsibilities during key evening shifts

About the role:

• Permanent casual position, approx. 4–6 shifts per week
• Must be available weekends and one evening shift (Friday or Saturday)
• Venue operates Wednesday to Sunday, daytime and one evening service

What we’re looking for:

• Proven hospitality experience in premium dining or winery environments
• Confident wine knowledge — WSET Level 3 or equivalent preferred
• A warm, professional manner with guests and team members alike
• Flexibility to work across floor, cellar door, and wine service as needed
• A genuine appreciation for quality food, wine, and the stories behind them

Why Polperro?

Because there’s something different about working here!

Maybe it’s the way the light filters through the vines in the late afternoon, or how the energy shifts when guests take that first sip of wine and exhale into the experience. Maybe it’s the produce picked that morning from our biodynamic farm, or the joy of introducing someone to a wine they’ve never tasted and watching their whole face change.

At Polperro, we’re not chasing formality or perfection for the sake of it. We care deeply about craft, connection, and making people feel something real. Our team is tight-knit, warm and fiercely proud of what we create together.

We’re a progressive, family-run group with big ideas and a reputation for doing things thoughtfully from the vineyard to the plate to the way we treat our people.

If you’re someone who values genuine hospitality, who knows great wine and isn’t afraid to share it with heart, this might just be the place for you.

Apply now via our careers page or email Emma directly at emma@polperrowines.com.au