Wine & Restaurant Stewardess

Tuesday, 16 September, 2025
anonymous    
Stellenbosch  

A new and innovative luxury fine dining restaurant is looking to hire a bubbly, energetic and highly professional individual to join their team in mid November. This dynamic role combines the warmth and professionalism of a fine dining hostess with the knowledge and passion of a junior sommelier. The successful candidate will welcome and host guests, guide them through wine tastings with confidence, assist with food service and plating, and play a vital part in maintaining a vibrant, elegant atmosphere in the restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcome and host guests with warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Present wine tastings with confidence, explaining varietals, regions, and food pairings in an engaging and accessible way.

Offer alternative wine suggestions when required and answer guest questions knowledgeably.

Assist the chef and service team in plating and delivering dishes during service.

Maintain strong coordination between kitchen and front-of-house to ensure seamless service flow.

Contribute to the overall atmosphere of the restaurant with a vibrant, confident, and engaging presence.

Uphold the highest standards of hospitality, professionalism, and guest care.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.

Qualifications & Skills:

Solid knowledge of wines and wine service (formal wine education is advantageous).

Previous experience in a hospitality or fine dining environment preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a confident, engaging personality.

Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced service environment.

Strong attention to detail in both presentation and guest experience.

Well-groomed, professional appearance at all times.

Personal Attributes:

Passionate about food, wine, and hospitality.

Outgoing, approachable, and confident in guest-facing situations.

Collaborative team player, eager to support both front-of-house and kitchen.

Quick-thinking, resilient, and calm under pressure.

Energetic and vibrant, contributing positively to the restaurant’s ambience.

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced fine dining restaurant environment.

Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts required.

5 Days a week (Wednesdays – Sundays)

Working Hours: 11:30 – 22:00

 

Position is available from mid November 2025.

If interested, please send your CV to Debbie at dine@culinarycruiser.com