Compensation: CAD 55,000 - CAD 65,000 - yearly
Company Description Canoe stands as one of the jewels of the Oliver & Bonacini family—a Canadian culinary icon perched high above the city with breathtaking views. Celebrated for dishes crafted from the finest local ingredients, Canoe offers a refined dining experience that embodies the pinnacle of Canadian cuisine. Joining us means becoming part of a storied legacy, serving guests with pride, passion, and unwavering attention to excellence, while contributing to moments that are both memorable and distinctly Canadian.
What’s in it for you?
Shared gratuities
Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
Discounted gym membership
Access to our employee assistance program
Group life and disability insurance
50% dining discount at all O&B; restaurants for you and up to three guests
RRSP matching
Employee referral program
Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!
Job Description The Canoe Sommelier articulates and drives the wine vision to delight our guests and inspire our front of house team. The Sommelier will interact with guests by sharing food knowledge. They will also assist with management of day-to-day operations of the restaurant including staffing, cost controls, training and development, budgeting and active floor management during service, all while ensuring emotional service and culinary excellence.
The day to day:
Responsible for the overall wine vision
Management of wine inventory & costing
Lead staff training and development in the areas of wine service, food pairings, and overall service excellence
Assist guests with beverage selections, by guiding them through our diverse wine program. Always putting the guest first
Work with the Chef de Cuisineto createinspiring wine and food pairings




Continue to keep well informed of industry trends and product innovation and develop relationships with suppliers and external networks by attending tastings and industry events
Perform opening, mid, and closing manager responsibilities
Other duties as required
Qualifications Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality is an asset
5 yearsexperience working in the hospitality industry, preferably in a fine dining restaurant, as a sommelier
Minimum CMS Certified or equivalent
Passion for food, wine and culinary excellence
Strong business and financial acumen
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage a large and variable work load, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned work, while managing staff
Shift Work for opens, mids, closes, weekends including Sundays, and holidays
Will work both ALC lunch & dinner services and private events
Legally eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information This is an existing role with a current vacancy.
Salary range: $55,000- $65,000 + gratuities
AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner .
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.

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📌 Sommelier - Canoe Restaurant (Ontario)
🏢 Oliver & Bonacini
📍 Ontario