Sommelier - Bruton, Somerset

4 weeks ago

Castle Cary, United Kingdom The Newt in Somerset Full time

Sommelier - Bruton, Somerset

Salary: £30,000 base salary plus tronc with on-target earnings up to £37,000

Our Sommelier

Our Sommelier will be driven, experienced and passionate about everything to do with wine and exceptional guest service. You will exude passion about the Wine Sector and be continually at the forefront of industry developments.

You will be a wine leader, a natural presenter and host and a leader of people. You will naturally inspire all those around you about wine.

You will fully drive wine sales, managing and supporting the development of an exceptional wine list and the seamless running of the wine service, enhancing our reputation for perfection and attention to detail ensuring our guest have a truly memorable and exciting experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • You will manage the daily wine operations within the Hotel
  • You will take a leading role in the restaurant and within the management team.
  • You will create exceptional and informative wine experiences by advising guests on wine and after drinks choices.
  • Leading our estate wine tastings ensuring our guests have a fantastic experience
  • Educate the service team on wine, in a way that adds value and fuels the team's desire to learn and grow.
  • Supporting the management of the Wine Stock in conjunction with the wider Estate team ensuring we have a fully stocked, well organised and easily accessible stock at all times.
  • Creating memorable experiences for our guests, simultaneously ensuring that service is prompt and professional.

What we can offer

  • A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
  • Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
  • Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
  • Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
  • Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
  • The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
  • Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme "Newt Awards" with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
  • Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
  • A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few.
  • Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

What we're looking for

  • Previous experience as a Sommelier within a similar environment, with an exceptional passion and knowledge of wines, spirits and food.
  • An authentic and instinctive delivery so that you provide intuitive service, with absolute understanding of our guests needs to create exceptional service experiences that result in lasting memories.
  • A team player who is an avid learner, adaptable and has exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure with excellent attention to detail
  • Immaculate personal presentation and confident, professional and welcoming personality
  • A tenacious passion to succeed and develop: WSET L2 or above preferred
  • An exceptional level of communication
  • Exceptional service standards with attention to detail

Who are we? The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

 

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