At a Glance
- Tasks: Curate and serve exceptional wines while enhancing guest experiences.
- Company: Award-winning Fish Shop Restaurant in Ballater with a relaxed atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, free meals, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and elevate your wine knowledge in a unique dining setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in hospitality, a love for wine, and great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The award-winning Fish Shop Restaurant in Ballater is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Sommelier to join our team. Working within a close-knit and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in ensuring our wine offering remains exceptional. From sourcing and selecting wines to suggesting pairings and engaging with our guests, you will help maintain and evolve our carefully curated wine list to a world-class standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining and developing the restaurant's wine selection through sourcing, tasting, and comparison
- Preparing and setting up for daily service
- Delivering seamless wine service during lunch and dinner
- Supporting the team during service, as required
- Sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with guests, enhancing their overall dining experience
- Upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation
About You
- Proven experience in a similar hospitality or restaurant setting
- A genuine passion for wine and continuous learning
- Confidence, initiative, and excellent communication skills
- A commitment to maintaining high service standards
- WSET certification (desirable)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary plus generous TRONC and service charge
- 30 days annual leave
- Complimentary annual guest experience for you and a guest
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Free meals and drinks while on shift
- Generous Artfarm-wide employee discounts (including locations across the UK, Europe, and the US)
- Enhanced life assurance
- Health benefits, including a health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Tailored career development opportunities to support your goals
About Fish Shop
Inspired by the heritage of the Scottish fishing industry, the Fish Shop Restaurant and Fishmonger in Ballater offers a relaxed and welcoming environment for both locals and visitors alike. Our "catch to plate" philosophy ensures that both our menu and fishmonger selection are driven by the freshest daily landings from trusted suppliers—celebrating provenance, seasonality, and simplicity. The 40-cover restaurant offers a unique dining experience, with seating options that include: The bar, a bespoke clinker-built fishing boat table, and banquettes beneath a striking woven fish installation by a local artist. Recent awards include the Michelin Bib Gourmand, as well as Best Eating Experience at the Aberdeen City & Shire Thistle Awards.
If you're passionate about wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Sommelier - Ballater employer: Fish Shop
The Fish Shop Restaurant in Ballater is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that celebrates the rich heritage of the Scottish fishing industry. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to tailored career development opportunities, generous benefits including paid overtime and a robust pension scheme, as well as unique perks like discounts across various properties and engaging social events. Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality cuisine in a friendly atmosphere, where your creativity and commitment to fresh food will truly shine.
