Sommelier

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£35,000 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Wine Pairing Wine Knowledge Customer Service Wine List Management Team Leadership Hospitality Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Are you a wine enthusiast with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences?

We're seeking a talented and knowledgeable Sommelier to join our team at a high-end neighbourhood restaurant in West London.

As a Sommelier, you will be the ambassador of our wine program, responsible for enhancing the guest experience through expert wine pairings, education, and impeccable service.

What's in it for you as a Sommelier:

  • 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
  • Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team. Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
  • Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
  • 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
  • Celebrate your 1-year work anniversary with an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
  • Access to Stream, A financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
  • Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
  • Delicious staff meals on shift.
  • Career progression opportunities, on going training to develop yourself personally and professionally.

What you'll be doing as a Sommelier:

  • Curate and manage our wine list, ensuring it complements our seasonal menu.
  • Provide expert wine recommendations to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
  • Train and inspire our team to expand their wine knowledge.
  • Oversee wine inventory and ensure proper storage and stock levels.
  • Collaborate with chefs and management to pair wines with our culinary offerings.
  • Be present on the floor working with the team to provide an exceptional dining experience to our guests.

About you, our new Sommelier:

  • Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a high end restaurant or hospitality environment.
  • A deep passion for wine and a desire to share your knowledge.
  • Extensive understanding of global wine regions, varietals, and pairing principles.
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Certification from a recognized institution is preferred but not mandatory (Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET).
  • Familiarity with beer, spirits, and cocktails is a plus.
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