Sommelier

As a ROKA Head Sommelier, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience. You'll create memorable moments, embody our vibrant restaurant energy, and play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards that define the ROKA experience.

ROKA embodies the spirit of coming together and sharing a collective dining experience, (RO) symbolises the atmosphere and (KA), the heat of fire from the Robata. Roka is proud to be part of the Azumi collection. Life at ROKA At ROKA, we're more than a restaurant we're a vibrant community fuelled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values: Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection putting pride in everything we do Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Wine Program Leadership: Uphold ROKA's wine and sake ethos and ensure its excellence is reflected in the venue
• Team Training & Development: Train the team on product knowledge, service standards, and sales skills
• Sales & Guest Experience: Drive sales, enhance guest experiences, and build a loyal clientele
• Inventory & Supplier Management: Oversee wine and sake inventory, collaborate with suppliers, and expand the selection.

Assist guests in selecting wines that complement their meals, considering their preferences and the restaurant's offerings

Present and serve wine, including opening bottles, decanting when necessary, and explaining food pairings

Support in tracking wine stock levels, restocking the cellar, and ensuring proper storage conditions

To consistently strive for quality of service and consistency in our experience to our guests

What We Look For

Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience a Head Sommelier in a luxury high-volume restaurant or similar
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you ll enjoy:

• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities , experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.

Desired Candidate Profile

A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine

Proven experience a Head Sommelier in a luxury high-volume restaurant or similar

A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team

Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences