Head Sommelier

5 months ago


Northampton, United Kingdom Gourmet Recruitment Full time

**Head Sommelier - Michelin
- Restaurant, UK - 5* Hotel**

Fine dining restaurant looking for a Head Sommelier with michelin knowledge

Ideal position for a Assistant or Sommelier looking to step up to a more challenging role.

Must have WSET Level 2 minimum. Restaurant open Wednesday - Sunday

The ideal Sommelier:

- Passionate to share your genuine interest for Wines with guests; whilst having the enthusiasm to keep building upon your knowledge
- Advising and presenting each guest on selecting the perfect wine to pair with their chosen meal
- You’ll take pride in serving wines at the correct temperature and in the appropriate glassware
- Interacting with guests in a warm, professional, helpful and doing everything you can to exceed their expectations; playing your part in making their stay with us luxurious in every way

**The kind of person we're looking for**:

- Previous experience within a luxury hospitality environment would be ideal, however having a great attitude and passion for wine is essential
- Keen eye for detail, an organised approach and willingness to exceed guest expectation, you want to be the best and work with the best - learning from the experts in our team
- You have a positive “can do” attitude to solving problems in a professional and courteous manner
- A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual with an eagle eye for detail

**Benefits**:

- 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) that increases with service
- Accomadation available

**Ideal Sommelier will have**:

- Previous experience as a Sommelier in a Michelin Guide restaurant
- Exceptional customer service standards
- Experience of managing a team
- Fluent in written and communicating in spoken English
- Confident, professional and welcoming

**Salary**: £32,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount

Work Location: In person