Head Sommelier
5 Hertford Street is the beautifully appointed private member’s club owned and operated by entrepreneur Robin Birley; located in the heart of Mayfair. Our aim is to be a home away from home, in the utmost comfort, where members are looked after by a team who know them by name.
We are currently looking for a Head Sommelier to join our Upper Floor Restaurant.
The company benefits our Sommelier receives are:
- 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Discounted gym membership with GymFlex
- Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist
- Private medical insurance with AXA
- Private dental insurance with Bupa
- Workplace nursery scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action
- Access to a company doctor
- Eyecare & specs vouchers
- In-house industry training
- Sponsored social events
- Recommend a friend bonus of £750
- Staff Accommodation (subject to availability)
- Online retail discounts
- Free English Classes
- Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty
The responsibilities of the Head Sommelier are:
- To create a seamless journey & outstanding wine experience for guests
- Manage the Sommelier team, ensuring they are trained to Company standard
- Ensure that all the wine service is under control
- Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast pace environment
The Experience & Qualifications required of our Head Sommelier are:
- Experience of working in a similar role within a luxury hotel, restaurant or private member’s club advantageous
- Qualified to a WSET L3 minimum
The working hours:
- The working hours for this role are on a rota basis with shifts falling between Monday – Saturday.