We are passionate about providing the next generation of hospitality professionals with a space full of nurturing, mentoring and organic creativity, while striving for excellence in all aspects of this beautiful field. We believe that character will always trump skills.

Suze and Nina are two different entities. Suze is a wine bar in Fitzroy North, Nina is a pasta bar in Northcote. Suze is relaxing and a touch polished, Nina is a fast pace and playful venue. Both are supported by their own beautiful local community, and ran with warmth, simplicity, and heart.

Our team is small but solid, cohesive, and fully committed. Everyone shares their passion for the industry and brings it into every shift. Everyone is proud to be working at Suze and Nina.

We’re now looking for a head sommelier to take charge of both venues, and keep all things beverages running smoothly.

The role is relatively approachable for an experienced candidate, since our drinks list is focused on wines and vermouths, with a small number of classics cocktails - but it still calls for precision, consistency and a robust sense of service.

Other than service, the main admin tasks will be:
Wines par level, ordering, invoicing and stock
Cocktails developing, batching, par levels
Wine tastings




Team development and wine training

Why You’ll Love Working with us
A friendly environment typical of small operations, but built on high standards and precise systems
A positive life balance, leading to 4 days roster over time
Indipendency with admin hours, once reliability is proven
Service late starts and early-ish finishes (for hospitality!)
Supportive team culture - driven, democratic and collaborative, based on communication and brainstorming
Wine and food enthusiasm
Full time position/salary
Daily staff meal
Good tips

What We’re Looking For
A genuine love and interest in hospitality
Knowledge and skills on all things related to food, wine, spirits and guests’ experience
Previous experience in similar roles
100% level of reliability and punctuality
Switched on attitude: speedy, prompt, precise and tidy
Humility on following systems and instractions, according to the business needs
Mature and calm approach to human relationships and management

If this sounds interesting, please send us your CV and a short note about why you’d be a great fit for the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Head Sommelier / Bar Manager Fitzroy North
🏢 Suze
📍 Fitzroy North