We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Head Sommelier you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.
What you’ll get
As a Head Sommelier at Alain Ducasse, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:
- Fantastic Employee bonus scheme and Excellent Service charge
- Complimentary stays including breakfast across the Dorchester Collection Hotels – up to 48 nights every year
- 50% F&B discount at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection
- Vibrant Social events that bring employees together including Summer parties and Winter ball
- Amazing benefits such as discounts in various high street and online shops, seasonal ticket loans, rental deposit schemes and competitive Private Pension Scheme
- Apprenticeship, training and development opportunities – from Level 2 (Hospitality Team Member) up to Level 5 (Operations Manager) and many others.
- Access to immediate well-being advice, because We Care about our employees
What you’ll do
You’ll love what you do and take pride in delighting our colleagues & our guests:
- You will be responsible for leading, training and developing our team of sommeliers during their day. This will include maximizing the beverage profit, taking advantage of every selling opportunity to optimize sales, and meeting with different wine suppliers to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
- You’ll also show flexibility and creativity in dealing with guests’ special requests or any challenges that may arise during the day
The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Head Sommelier at Alain Ducasse, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel
What you’ll bring
- Previous experience in a similar position at 5 star luxury environment is highly desirable
- Wine and Spirits knowledge
- Our values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Head Sommelier, you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
- Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You will have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
- English is the primary language used in our hotel. You will comfortably communicate in this language.