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  • Head Sommelier
    Head Sommelier
    4 days ago
    £48500 yearly
    Full-time
    Mayfair, London

    RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly. Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City. We are seeking an exceptional Head Sommelier to steward and elevate our wine department to the highest level. This role demands an individual of exceptional taste, authority, and vision—someone capable of refining a distinguished wine list while shaping its future direction. You will have ownership of the department, rigorous cellar stewardship, and the cultivation of a polished sommelier team dedicated to delivering seamless, intuitive, and discreetly exceptional service, with the opportunity to earn up to £70,000 p/a! Why work with us as a Head Sommelier? • Salary of up to £48,500 per annum + discretionary service charge, • 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Birthday day off, • Discounted gym membership with GymFlex, • Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist, • Private medical insurance with BUPA, • Private dental insurance with BUPA, • Workplace nursery scheme, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action, • Access to a company doctor, • Eyecare & specs vouchers, • In-house industry training, • Sponsored social events, • Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000, • Staff Accommodation (subject to availability), • Online retail discounts, • Free English Classes, • Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty, • And more! Working Hours: • 5 day working week between Monday – Saturday on a rota basis (seven shifts a week)., • Shifts will include evenings, flexibility is essential, • Bank Holidays and the Christmas period off – our venues are closed. What you will do: What We Are Looking For? • A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Head/Senior Sommelier in a high-calibre fine dining or luxury hotel environment., • WSET Level 3 or 4 (Diploma) or CMS Certified/Advanced Sommelier preferred., • Expertise of Old and New World wines; experience with [Sake/specific regional focus if applicable] is a bonus., • A composed and charismatic leader, distinguished by exceptional communication, assured initiative, and a calm, professional presence under pressure.

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  • Business Development Executive
    Business Development Executive
    26 days ago
    £41000–£43700 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Business Development Executive Company: YF GSIR LTD (Yifang Franchise – Holborn) Location: 150 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8AX SOC Code: 3554 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £41,700 – £43,000 per annum Role Overview YF GSIR LTD operates the official franchise of Yifang in Holborn, London. Yifang is an internationally recognised Taiwanese bubble tea brand known for its premium ingredients, authentic fruit teas, brown sugar pearl milk, and seasonal beverages. The Business Development Executive (BDE) will play a strategic and commercially driven role in expanding the Company’s market presence, increasing revenue streams, and strengthening brand positioning within Central London and surrounding areas. The role focuses on partnership development, local market expansion, corporate sales, promotional campaigns, and brand engagement to ensure sustained commercial growth while maintaining the brand’s premium positioning. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities, developing structured business strategies, building long-term partnerships, and supporting the commercial success of the Holborn franchise in a competitive hospitality and beverage market. Key Responsibilities Business Growth & Commercial Development • Identify and develop new revenue streams, including corporate catering, bulk orders, event partnerships, and delivery platform optimisation., • Establish and manage B2B partnerships with local offices, universities, retailers, and event organisers within the Holborn and Central London area., • Develop proposals, negotiate commercial terms, and manage partnership agreements to secure sustainable business growth., • Analyse local market trends, competitor activity, and customer behaviour to inform commercial strategies., • Support franchise expansion initiatives where applicable, including feasibility research and location analysis. Brand Development & Market Engagement • Promote Yifang’s premium Taiwanese brand identity, highlighting its use of high-quality teas, fresh fruit ingredients, and signature Brown Sugar Pearl Milk., • Plan and coordinate seasonal promotions aligned with Yifang’s limited-edition drink launches., • Build relationships with local communities, student groups, and corporate networks to increase brand visibility., • Organise in-store promotional events, sampling campaigns, and collaborative marketing initiatives. Digital & Delivery Channel Optimisation • Manage and optimise performance across online delivery platforms (e.g., Uber Eats, Deliveroo) to maximise visibility and conversion., • Coordinate digital marketing campaigns, including social media promotions and location-based advertising., • Monitor sales data, customer feedback, and performance metrics to refine commercial strategies., • Prepare analytical performance reports to support decision-making by senior management. Operational & Strategic Coordination • Work closely with store management to align promotional activities with operational capacity and stock availability., • Ensure commercial initiatives are consistent with franchise brand standards and guidelines., • Support the development of structured growth plans, revenue forecasts, and budget planning., • Contribute to improving customer retention strategies and loyalty programme initiatives. Skills, Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field., • Proven experience in business development, sales, hospitality growth, or commercial strategy roles., • Strong understanding of the UK food & beverage or quick-service restaurant market., • Experience managing partnerships, corporate accounts, or local area marketing initiatives., • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends., • Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills., • Proactive, commercially driven, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced retail environment. Benefits • Competitive salary: £41,700 – £43,000 per annum, • 28 days’ paid annual leave (including bank holidays), • Performance-related growth opportunities, • Long-term career progression within an internationally recognised bubble tea brand, • Opportunity to contribute directly to the commercial expansion of a premium Taiwanese beverage franchise in Central London

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