At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage wine service, develop wine lists, and lead the sommelier team.
- Company: Kerridge’s Bar & Grill, a luxury dining experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 29 holidays, complimentary meals, and wellness programmes.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a prestigious restaurant and elevate your career in luxury hospitality.
- Qualifications: Experience as a sommelier, WSET Level 3 or higher, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
At Kerridge’s Bar & Grill the Senior Sommelier is responsible for managing all aspects of wine service. Working alongside the Sommelier team, the Senior Sommelier ensures the wine programme continuously evolves and aligns with the restaurant’s ethos, enriching the guest experience and guiding junior staff while overseeing the wine service team.
About the Role
Deep wine knowledge, exceptional guest service skills and leadership are essential. The Senior Sommelier will assist in wine list development, wine procurement, inventory management and supplier relations, and will lead the wine service during service hours.
About You
- Experience as a wine waiter or sommelier, preferably within a 5‑star hotel or rosette restaurant
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Desire to learn and develop a career in luxury hospitality
- Good level of written and spoken English
- Flexibility to work varied hours
- Professional grooming and pride in appearance
- Ability and resilience to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
- Attention to detail and confidence when interacting with high‑profile guests
- WSET Level 3 or higher qualification, or equivalent wine certification
- Experience with wine procurement, inventory management and supplier relations
- Knowledge of food and beverage pairing and ability to guide guests through an exceptional dining experience
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- 29 paid holidays per annum (including bank/public holidays)
- Complimentary dry‑cleaning of uniform
- Complimentary meals on duty
- Extensive recognition programmes and length of service awards
- Stakeholder pension entitlement
- Season ticket loan
- Enhanced sick pay
- Eye test vouchers
- Access to employee health and wellbeing programme
- Mental health and wellbeing workshops
- Discounted salon, spa, food and beverage and accommodation rates
- Discounted gym membership
- Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels
- Learning & Development programmes
- Apprenticeship scheme
- Complimentary English classes
- Corinthia‑inspired gifts for special occasions
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Colleague social events
Eligibility
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility is required.
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Kerridge’s Bar & Grill is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture centred around luxury hospitality and fine dining. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer extensive learning and development programmes, competitive salaries, and a range of benefits including generous holiday allowances and wellness initiatives. Our team thrives in a supportive environment where passion for wine and guest service is celebrated, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in the hospitality industry.
