Head sommelier jobs in London

SOMMELIER - GYMKHANA Salary - Up to £17 ph Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Sommelier within a Michelin star restaurant or similar setting Gymkhana are seeking a Sommelier to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sommelier looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group. The Restaurant Located in Mayfair, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India and serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Opened in 2013, Gymkhana went on to win its first Michelin star, Restaurant Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year and BMW Square Meal Restaurant of the Year in 2014. “Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to.” Giles Coren, The Times The Position As Sommelier, you will be responsible for delivering the highest levels of service and an exceptional guest experience within the restaurant and private dining rooms. You will recommend and sell wines to customers both to complement their tastes and to pair with their menu choices. The successful Sommelier will have: An engaging and personable nature; A passion for hospitality and delivering an exceptional guest experience; Prior experience as a Sommelier within a quality restaurant; WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualification (preferred but not essential); A professional and confident communication style with fluent English language ability; Proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team; An excellent knowledge of food and beverage; The eagerness to continually learn and develop your career within hospitality.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Sommelier to join our team at Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay. Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay is an Asian Eating House and late night lounge inspired by Tokyo's 1930s Kissas and Shanghai's drinking dens. Asian inspired small plates, Robata grills, sushi and sashimi are exquisitely crafted in the open kitchen and raw bar. Each dish is designed to be shared socially at the centre of the table. What you do as a Sommelier: - You pride yourself on having a great understanding of wine and guests, recommending and selling wines to our guests that will complement their tastes and meal, creating a memorable guest experience - You ideally hold WSET L2 qualification or equivalent - You are eager to learn from the Head Sommelier and support senior members of the team - You are confident in training, developing, and passing on your wine knowledge to the more junior members of the team - You naturally enjoy building rapport with others and working as part of a team - You are keen to use your interpersonal and organisational skills, energy, and passion for wine and beverage to ensure the highest standards are constantly achieved What’s in it for you: - Competitive Pay Rate - Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday - Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally - Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment - A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants - 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family - 30% discount for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants - Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels. - Gympass - discounted membership and access to hundreds of gyms, studios, fitness classes and wellness apps - MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy - Meals on duty If you have a love for wine, a passion for creating memorable guests experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.

Oswald’s is a private member's club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name. Oswald’s is proud to be a Caterer Top 30 ‘Best Place to Work in Hospitality’ 2023. We are currently recruiting for a Assistant Head Sommelier to join the Front of House Team, with the opportunity to earn up to £50,0000. The additional benefits our Senior Sommelier receives are: - 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays - Discounted gym membership with Nuffield Health & Gymflex - Birthday day off - Monthly well-being days with our Chiropodist, Reflexologist and Masseuse - Private medical insurance with AXA - Cycle to Work Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action - Free English Classes - Access to a company doctor - Eyecare vouchers - In-house industry training - Sponsored social events - Season ticket loans - Retail discounts with Edenred - Recommend a friend bonus of £750 - Staff Accommodation (subject to availability) - 20% Staff Discount at Birley Bakery - Nursery Workplace Scheme - Free freshly prepared meals on duty - The club is closed on Bank Holidays and throughout Christmas each year. The responsibilities of the Assistant Head Sommelier are: Assisting the Cellar Team and using your expertise to deliver wine to members Leading your section with precision and charm Actively imparting your knowledge of wines and beverages in regards to matching with their dish choice The Experience & Qualifications required as Assistant Head Sommelier are: Significant experience in a similar role in a high-end restaurant, luxury hotel or private member’s club advantageous WSET Level 3 is desirable The working hours for this role are on a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday - Saturday. If you feel that you have the experience and skills to join us as Assistant Head Sommelier at Oswald’s then apply by forwarding your up to date CV together with a covering letter to the link below.

Coq D'Argent is an oasis of tranquillity high above the heart of The City, with sun trap terraces in the summer. The award-winning cuisine is just as impressive as those views and the classic French menu is overseen by Executive Head Chef – Damien Rigollet who has been with us since 2005. This destination restaurant is extremely popular with city workers, for long weekend lunches and foodies alike. We are currently looking for a fantastic Sommelier who can confidently engage with our customers to create a unique, inviting guest experience. You will have a bright personality and be willing to deliver an outstanding service. As an ideal candidate, you will have a real pride and passion for what you do, with the ability to engage everyone around you and build long-term rapport with both the guests and your colleagues. We’re a truly brilliant place to work so, naturally we have some of the very best team benefits around, which include: Top rate industry leading pay Wagestream employer- Employees can access 40% of wages before payday 40% discount in all our venues worldwide all day, every day Feeling a bit hungry on shift, we ensure you receive free tasty, healthy meals Enjoy 28 days paid holiday a year, which will increase up to a month of holiday with length of service LifeWorks offers- Receive exclusive monthly discounts just for D&D employees, including cashback options at retailers Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)- Unlimited access to a confidential wellbeing programme with a 24/7 helpline WeCare – A solution designed to support your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing Employee of the Month Scheme Long Service awards D&D Connect- Access to our award winning training platform, to grow and develop new skills Want to volunteer for a cause? We’ll pay full day wage for you to give back Refer a friend scheme- We offer our employees paid bonuses to a ‘refer a friend’