Manager + Asst Wine Director

WHISTLER VILLAGE 4005 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC, V8E 1J1 Manager / Assistant Wine Director Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive salary plus gratuities and benefits, dependent on experience About Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar Wild Blue is one of Whistler’s leading fine dining restaurants, bringing together exceptional hospitality, contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine, an ambitious wine program, and the natural character of the Coast Mountains. Since opening in 2022, Wild Blue has quickly earned national and international recognition, including placement among Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants, recognition by enRoute among Canada’s Best New Restaurants, Whistler’s Best Restaurant at the 2026 Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, and a place on the North America’s 50 Best Restaurants list. Praised by Vancouver Magazine as “The Most Important Whistler Restaurant Opening in a Decade” and described by Condé Nast Traveler as “The Hot Table to Book in Whistler,” Wild Blue is built around exceptional food, wine and hospitality delivered with warmth, professionalism and genuine thoughtfulness. Our leadership team includes some of Canada’s most experienced hospitality and culinary professionals, and we are committed to continually developing both our restaurant and the people within it. About the Role The Manager / Assistant Wine Director is a senior floor leadership position combining restaurant management with an important role in the continued development and execution of Wild Blue’s wine program. Working closely with the Wine Director and Restaurant Director, this position will help manage daily restaurant operations while supporting wine purchasing, inventory, cellar management, staff education, wine service and guest engagement. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced restaurant manager or sommelier who wants to continue developing as both a hospitality leader and wine professional. The successful candidate will be highly visible on the restaurant floor, comfortable leading a sophisticated service team, passionate about wine, and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Key ResponsibilitiesRestaurant Management & Service Leadership Act as a senior manager during restaurant service, helping lead the front-of-house team and maintain Wild Blue’s standards of hospitality. Support opening, closing and daily management responsibilities. Lead pre-service meetings and communicate important operational, menu, wine and guest information to the team. Coach and develop servers, sommeliers, bartenders, hosts and support staff during service. Maintain strong communication between the dining room, bar, kitchen and management teams. Assist with guest recovery and resolve service concerns thoughtfully and professionally. Support the Restaurant Director and management team in maintaining consistent operating standards. Help create a workplace culture built around professionalism, accountability, kindness, teamwork and continuous improvement. Wine Program Work closely with the Wine Director in the ongoing development of Wild Blue’s wine program. Participate in wine purchasing, tasting, selection and list development. Assist with maintaining an interesting and balanced cellar across regions, styles, vintages and price points. Support the development of wine pairings for seasonal menus, prix fixe menus, special events and private dining. Help identify new producers, vintages and emerging regions appropriate for the Wild Blue program. Maintain awareness of industry trends and important developments within the international wine community. Contribute ideas that strengthen the quality, reputation and commercial performance of the wine program. Cellar & Inventory Management Assist with receiving, organizing and maintaining Wild Blue’s wine inventory and cellar. Participate in regular wine inventories and reconciliation. Help maintain a…

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