Head Sommelier in London

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Sommelier to join and lead our talented team at a time when the company is expanding internationally. COYA is a luxury lifestyle group with two venues in London, Mayfair and in The City, and global venues across the Middle East, Monte Carlo, Mykonos, Barcelona, and Marbella.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Head Sommelier to join and lead our successful wine team. The role of the Head Sommelier is to ensure the seamless running of the wine department by providing a highly efficient and effective service tailored to the anticipated needs of the customer and being a role model for the wine team.

If you have a passion for people and are able to demonstrate knowledge of exotic international wines as well as excellent organisational and managerial skills, COYA might be your next step.

• Lead and manage the wine department to ensure seamless operations and provide highly efficient service tailored to customer needs; act as a role model for the wine team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of exotic international wines and maintain strong organisational and managerial skills.

What you can expect:

• On-going training program and interactive induction.
• Excellent discounts at some of London's most prestigious high-end restaurants.
• A fun workplace and great work-life balance.
• High street, leisure and retail discounts.
• 32 days paid holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Family meals twice a day, every day of the week.
• External support help line for all staff.
• Opportunities to transfer overseas with COYA.
• Endless opportunities to grow and develop as we really do believe in promoting talent from within the business.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in hospitality, fine dining would be preferable.
• Certified sommelier or successfully completed equivalent of WSET, Level 3 would be preferable.
• Solid knowledge of French and New World wines (South American and North American wines in particular would be advantageous).
• Attention to detail with good customer service.
• A team player, pro-active with a can do attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good command and understanding of English with the ability to communicate confidently.
• Committed to personal development and a passion for working with people.

If the Head Sommelier role sounds like you and you want to be part of our incredible team, please apply with your CV and tell us why you are the perfect candidate for the job.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We are proud to celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process such as support with your application, alternative formats or changes to the assessment process, please contact our People & Culture team by phone or email so we can support you accordingly.