What joining our team would look like:
We serve dinner only and have an ambitious culinary and service program. We are always looking for inspiration, ways to improve and grow our offering, and expect our whole team to participate in the continued development of the restaurant and the guest experience. Our wine program is constantly evolving and focuses on small, interesting producers from BC and around the world. Our cocktail program is driven by a passion for great drinks and local ingredients. This is a great opportunity to work with some of the best Canadian ingredients in a unique setting, be part of a passionate and driven team, and make an impact on a nationally recognized restaurant.

Applicants should possess the following:

• A passion for the food and beverage industry

• Curiosity and excitement to learn

• The desire to deliver great guest service and to create memorable experiences

• A strong work ethic and teamwork mentality

• Previous high level service experience (Server/Bartender) and leadership experience (Assistant Manager/Sommelier)

• Previous bartender experience an asset but not a requirements

• Wine knowledge to WSET/ISG Level 2 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards attaining certification (Server/Bartender)

• Wine knowledge to WSET/ISG Level 3 or equivalent, previous experience curating and managing a restaurant wine program, previous experience training and leading a team on wine service + knowledge (Assistant Manager/Sommelier)

• The ability to work in a professional, clean, organized and efficient manner

In this role, you will be:

• Bringing your own unique experiences and ideas to the Pluvio team

• Working as part of a team to continue to improve the working environment and to build on an already exceptional service program

• Working full time (4 evenings per week), with shifts typically 7-9 hours long starting at 3:30pm (Server/Bartender)

• Working full time (4 days/evenings per week), 40 - 45 hours per week (Assistant Manager/Sommelier)

• Interacting with guests in a warm, genuine and professional manner

• Guiding guests through the dining experience with food, wine and cocktail recommendations

• Serving our five course tasting menu in our small (26 seat), modern fine dining restaurant

• Responsible for the opening, closing + cleaning of the restaurant and working with the team during service to maintain the cleanliness + preparedness of the restaurant with side duties

• Responsible for leading the team and managing the restaurant with the leadership team (Assistant Manager/Sommelier)

• Responsible for curating the wine list, working with Chef to choose interesting wine pairings, and training the team on wine service and knowledge (Assistant Manager/Sommelier)

Compensation / Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage of $18.85 + gratuities for Server/Bartender

• Competitive Annual Salary of $50,000 - $60,000 for Assistant Manager/Sommelier, based on experience

• Annual 5% salary increase

• Tip pooling

• Extended medical and dental benefits

• Daily family meal

• Restaurant + room discount

• Family room rates

• Longevity rewards

• Annual team appreciation events

• Annual winter closure (usually 6 weeks)

• Dinner service only

• A great team + positive working environment

• Long term housing available (private room in shared home)

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Start Date:

May - June 2025, flexible for the right candidate

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For more details or to apply, email dine@pluvio.ca with your resume and a cover letter. We look forward to meeting you.

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