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Looking for 👇🏻 Friendly and positive personality Reliability and punctuality Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Attention to detail (important for food quality and presentation) Teamwork mindset

Take guests’ belongings, take payments, supply tickets, organise items neatly, collect tickets and return items.

Chargal is seeking a disciplined and ambitious Sommelier to join our front-of-house team. This is a unique hybrid role designed for a professional who possesses a deep foundational knowledge of wine and the technical finesse to manage a high-pressure restaurant section. The Role This position requires a dual focus: providing expert wine service and acting as a lead waiter for a dedicated section. You will be responsible for the end-to-end guest experience, ensuring that service standards remain flawless while driving wine engagement at the table. Core Responsibilities: • Section Management: Overseeing a station with professional poise, taking food and beverage orders, and managing service timing., • Wine Service: Recommending pairings, performing professional decanting, and maintaining glassware standards., • Sales Integration: Identifying opportunities to enhance the guest experience through informed wine suggestions., • Cellar Support: Assisting the Head Sommelier with inventory management, bin organisation, and preparation for service. Requirements • Proven Floor Experience: Background in a high-end or fast-paced dining environment. You must be confident in running a section independently., • Wine Proficiency: A strong understanding of international wine regions and service protocols. While WSET qualifications are preferred, we value practical knowledge and a sophisticated palate above all., • Professionalism: Exceptional communication skills and the ability to maintain composure in a demanding Mayfair environment. Investment in Your Future Chargal is committed to the professional evolution of our staff. We don't just offer a job; we offer a career path for those dedicated to the craft. • Competitive Commission System: We offer a highly attractive commission structure that rewards professional salesmanship and product knowledge., • Training & Development: Benefit from structured internal training, regular producer tastings, and masterclasses designed to elevate your technical skills., • Career Progression: We prioritize internal promotion, offering a clear trajectory toward senior sommelier and management roles. Join the Team If you are a service professional with a passion for wine and a drive to succeed in one of London’s most prestigious postcodes, we invite you to apply.