Senior Sommelier
2 days ago
London
About the job
Azumi Group is an award-winning restaurant group bringing modern, vibrant dining experiences to iconic destinations worldwide. Founded in 2002 with the opening of Zuma London, followed by the creation of ROKA in 2004, Azumi has grown into an internationally celebrated collection. With 24 Zuma& 11 ROKA venues globally, our portfolio continues to grow, each venue offering a distinctive, memorable experience. In addition to Zuma and ROKA, our collection proudly includes standout concepts – Oblix, ETARU, and INKO NITO.
At Azumi, our values ‘Honour the Mastery’, ‘Do unto Others’ and ‘Embrace the Energy’ guide everything we do, ensuring every experience is exceptional and memorable.
Roka is a contemporary Japanese robatayaki restaurant, celebrated for its dynamic open-grill cooking and vibrant atmosphere.
In 2004 the first Roka opened its doors on Charlotte Street, London with a flaming robata grill at its heart, and a striking yet informal interior that reflects the strength and energy of fire.
JOB PURPOSE:
The purpose of this job is to assist in delivering a smooth, consistent operation of wine service and supporting the sommelier team in adhering to the highest service levels.
MAIN DUTIES:
Build strong connections with regular and high-value guests, ensuring exceptional service.
Assist with weekly stock takes and enhance wine selections and menu offerings.
Maximize up-selling opportunities during service to drive sales.
Train and develop team members, supporting their growth and professional development.
Assist in scheduling team rotas and conducting performance reviews.
Ensure guest requests are handled promptly, keeping senior management informed of any feedback or issues. We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our vibrant atmosphere to is crafted to perfection. Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our recruiters know.
Required skills: WSET Competitive Salary plus tips Department: Sommelier
The company
Azumi is an unrivalled collection of restaurants, including Zuma, ROKA, Oblix, INKO NITO and Etaru. Our international family spans 27 locations across the globe. We are passionately driven to make dining out a magical experience. Our visionary group of restaurants, is the creation of our co-founders, Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney. With passion, determination and the love for what they do, they began the Azumi journey with the opening of Zuma London in 2002 – seamlessly followed by the opening of Roka in 2004. When you work with us, everyone is valued for the part they play. We look after each other and champion your strengths. Bring your enthusiasm, your dedication, your work ethic.... the rest we can teach you. With career paths unique to you, we are committed to offering you a journey that is ‘authentic but not traditional’. As a diverse community, with venues spanning the globe, there is a destination for everyone - allowing you to define your own career pathway.
