HEAD SOMMELIER

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
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SKILLS

Wine Program Management Sommelier Certification Wine Pairing Team Training Vendor Management Customer Service Inventory Management Wine Knowledge

FULL DESCRIPTION

HEAD SOMMELIER

Salary Up to £60.000 per annum, London + Bonus Opportunities

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is excited to partner with our client in the recruitment of a dynamic and driven Head Sommelier. We are seeking an accomplished and inspiring Head Sommelier to lead the beverage programme at our acclaimed international fine-dining restaurant in London. Known for refined European-inspired cuisine, exceptional service, and an elevated, intimate dining experience, our venue is the destination of choice for discerning guests and industry connoisseurs.

Responsibilities:

  • Curate and manage an exceptional wine program, with a strong emphasis on pairings that complement Japanese flavours
  • Train and lead the FOH team in wine and sake knowledge
  • Provide personalized recommendations to guests with an emphasis on education and engagement
  • Manage vendor relationships, inventory, and cost controls
  • Maintain high standards for service, cleanliness, and hospitality
  • Collaborate with the culinary team on seasonal pairings and new offerings

Requirements What We’re Looking For

  • Qualifications: Certified Sommelier (CMS, WSET Level 3 or higher preferred)
  • Experience: 2+ years of head sommelier or beverage director experience in a fine-dining or high-end restaurant.
  • Knowledge: Deep understanding of wines (especially Bordeaux, Burgundy), with an eagerness to explore aged Bordeaux and rare vintages.
  • Leadership: Proven skills in team training, mentorship, and confidently engaging high-end clientele.
  • Personal Traits: Meticulous, calm under pressure, with outstanding interpersonal & organisational abilities.

Why Join the team?

  • Heritage & Prestige: Become part of a distinguished, globally recognised restaurant group celebrated for its dedication to European culinary excellence and refined hospitality.
  • Exceptional Tools: Work with an extensive cellar of more than 1,000 bottles from approachable selections to rare, collectible vintages, supported by transparent pricing.
  • Elevated Format: Serve an intimate dining room plus an exclusive private dining room.
  • Creative Influence: Play a defining role in shaping a world-class beverage programme, crafting bespoke wine pairings that showcase and elevate modern European cuisine.
  • Supportive Culture: Join a close-knit, highly professional team that values respect, precision, and a shared commitment.

If you are a driven and dedicated professional with a passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you!

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