Canoe Restaurant Sommelier Role
Company
Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
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Job Description
Elevate the dining experience at Canoe as a Sommelier, focusing on wine vision and guest engagement. Bring passion for food and wine while ensuring operational excellence in a fine dining setting.
The Canoe Sommelier is pivotal in crafting an inspiring wine vision that engages guests and enriches our front of house team. This role requires a deep understanding of wine service, food pairings, and the ability to manage restaurant operations, including staffing, cost control, and budget management, while delivering exceptional emotional service.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and articulate the restaurant's wine vision
• Manage wine inventory and cost effectively
• Lead training sessions on wine service and food pairings
• Guide guests through an extensive wine program
• Collaborate with the Chef to create unique pairings
Requirements:
• Post-secondary diploma in Business or Hospitality preferred
• 5 years of fine dining sommelier experience
• Minimum CMS Certification or equivalent required
• Strong passion for wine and culinary arts
• Organizational skills for dynamic work environments
This role combines wine expertise and leadership, ensuring an unforgettable experience for our guests.
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The Canoe Sommelier is pivotal in crafting an inspiring wine vision that engages guests and enriches our front of house team. This role requires a deep understanding of wine service, food pairings, and the ability to manage restaurant operations, including staffing, cost control, and budget management, while delivering exceptional emotional service.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and articulate the restaurant's wine vision
• Manage wine inventory and cost effectively
• Lead training sessions on wine service and food pairings
• Guide guests through an extensive wine program
• Collaborate with the Chef to create unique pairings
Requirements:
• Post-secondary diploma in Business or Hospitality preferred
• 5 years of fine dining sommelier experience
• Minimum CMS Certification or equivalent required
• Strong passion for wine and culinary arts
• Organizational skills for dynamic work environments
This role combines wine expertise and leadership, ensuring an unforgettable experience for our guests.
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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage for restaurant roles in federally regulated workplaces is $18.50 per hour as of April 1 2026. In Ontario the general minimum wage reaches $17.75 per hour on October 1 2026 with liquor servers receiving $15.60 per hour. Overtime applies after 44 hours per week at 1.5 times the regular rate.
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As per Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved Labour Market Impact Assessment. The permit must be obtained before starting employment and is valid for up to 2 years depending on the LMIA. Employers must pay at least the median wage for the occupation in the province.
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As per Employment and Social Development Canada, no formal education is required for most restaurant server or kitchen helper roles but a high school diploma is preferred by 65 percent of employers. Food handler certification must be completed within 30 days of hiring in most provinces. One year of related experience increases hiring chances for line cook positions.
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