Assistant Head Sommelier

Salary - Up to £50,000 per annum. Dependant on experienceSchedule - Full TimeExperience - Previous experience in a similar roleGymkhana are seeking an Assistant Head Sommelier to join their wine team at their 2 Michelin starred restaurant, situated in Mayfair. The successful candidate will be personable, passionate and have exceptional wine knowledge. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sommelier looking for an opportunity in an award winning, critically acclaimed group.The RestaurantOperating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members' clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since its opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two.The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014.As Giles Coren of The Times remarked, "Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to."The PositionAs Assistant Head Sommelier, you will be responsible for delivering the highest levels of service and an exceptional guest experience within the restaurant and private dining rooms. You will recommend and sell wines to customers both to complement their tastes and to pair with their menu choices.The successful Assistant Head Sommelier will have:An engaging and personable nature;A passion for hospitality and delivering an exceptional guest experience;Prior experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier or Senior Sommelier within a quality restaurant;WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualification;A professional and confident communication style with fluent English language ability;Proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team;An excellent knowledge of food and beverage;The eagerness to continually learn and develop your career within hospitality.Benefits & CultureOur team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:Treat YourselfUp to 50% off dining across JKS RestaurantsRetail & Takeaway DiscountsCode App MembershipLook After YourselfDiscounted Gym MembershipWagestream – stream your pay earlierCompany Donations for your involvement with CharitiesEmployee Assistance ProgramAccess to Financial AdviceWedding Gift & New-born Care Package " Celebrating your big occasionsSeason Ticket LoanProgress YourselfAccess to our fantastic L&D CalendarA personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledgeCareer progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.Be YourselfAdditional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referralStaff parties & long service awardsThe GroupJKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 6 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World's 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, and Legado, along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.