Sommelier

We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable and enthusiastic Sommelier to join our team at Solo, a 1 Michelin Star restaurant.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a small restaurant, with the freedom to help shape our drinks offering and develop our wine list.

The role will include:

• Creating and developing the restaurant’s wine list
• Managing wine purchasing, stock control and cellar organisation
• Providing knowledgeable and engaging wine recommendations to guests
• Delivering professional wine service
• Looking after the bar and maintaining high standards of presentation and organisation
• Creating and developing cocktails and other drinks
• Working closely with the kitchen and front-of-house team to create thoughtful food and wine pairings
• Taking an active interest in food service and supporting the wider restaurant team
• Organising and delivering drinks and wine training for staff
• Helping to maintain and develop the restaurant’s service standards
• Contributing ideas to the continued growth and development of the business

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working as a Sommelier or in a similar drinks-focused hospitality role
• Has a genuine passion for wine, cocktails, food and hospitality
• Has a strong interest in food service and enjoys working as part of a small restaurant team
• Is confident communicating with guests and colleagues
• Is organised, professional and attentive to detail
• Has excellent knowledge of wine and wine service
• Has an interest in cocktails and bar service
• Is enthusiastic about training and developing other members of staff
• Is reliable, motivated and keen to grow with the business

What we offer:

• £30,000 per annum to start
• Service charge on top of your salary
• The opportunity to create and develop the restaurant’s wine list
• The opportunity to shape the bar offering and create cocktails
• Opportunities for professional growth and progression
• The chance to work closely with the team at a 1 Michelin Star restaurant
• A friendly, ambitious and professional working environment

Opening days:

• Thursday: Lunch and dinner service
• Friday: Lunch and dinner service
• Saturday: Lunch and dinner service
• Sunday: Lunch service only

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of the drinks side and play an important role in the development of a small, high-quality restaurant.

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person