At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Bar/Wine team and showcase your wine expertise at Franco's.
- Company: Franco's, a historic Italian restaurant in London with a family-owned vibe.
- Benefits: Earn £17.21 to £18.21 per hour, plus bonuses and 50% discount at our restaurants.
- Other info: Enjoy flexible shifts, training opportunities, and a fun annual staff party!
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team and elevate your sommelier skills in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in fast-paced dining, wine knowledge, and exceptional customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 17.21 - 18.21 £ per hour.
Sommelier - Franco's - London An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced full-time Sommelier to join Head Sommelier Paolo Pellegrino and our Bar/Wine team at Franco's on Jermyn Street, Green Park.
Why join the Franco's team?
Offering approx 17.21 to 18.21 per hour plus yearly bonus - Approx. 40 hours a week Monday to Saturday with 2 days off per week - flexible shifts - The restaurant is closed on Sundays, 10 days over Christmas, 4 days over the Easter weekend and Bank holidays - 28 days holidays (inc. bank holidays) additional days given for years of service - Training & development opportunities including company funded courses - Career progression planning with platform 'Flow Hospitality' - Growth opportunities within both restaurants in the company - 50% discount in each restaurant within the group (Franco's and Wiltons) - Company sickness pay - Company pension scheme - Uniforms provided and laundered - Delicious meals whilst on duty - Recommend a friend Scheme - Employee of the quarter and the year rewards - Annual staff party Who are we?
Franco's first opened in 1946, is considered one of the first Italian restaurants in London which focuses on traditional and contemporary Italian Cuisine.
Located on Jermyn Street between Green Park and Piccadilly, Franco's is a family-owned restaurant with a sister venue: Wiltons also on Jermyn Street.
Both are managed by Director Jason Phillips who has worked at the Savoy, the Avenue and C London.
The restaurant compromises of a bar area, main dining room and a basement area which can be used as two Private Dining rooms or additional seating for the restaurant.
Franco's is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays.
For more information please visit our website www. francoslondon. com.
What can you bring to the team? - Previous experience in a similar, fast-paced establishment, catering for 80 to 100 covers during each service - A good knowledge of the different grape varieties and wine styles, spirits and classic cocktails - Understanding of the winemaking process - Exceptional customer service and communication skills - Motivation, commitment, success orientated with a 'can do' attitude - Enthusiasm, drive & desire to learn - Knowledge of Point of Sale software TISSL/Horizon would be beneficial - WSET certification or equivalent would be beneficial Right to work in the UK is a requirement.
Please note we are currently unable to provide sponsorship for the moment.
Note that offering quoted reflects the National Minimum Wage increase as of 1st April 2025 and is for age bracket 21 years old and over.
Applications without a CV will not be considered.
If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, your application is unlikely to have been successful on this occasion.
Sommelier - Franco's - London employer: Franco’s London
Franco's is an exceptional employer that values its team members, offering competitive pay and a range of benefits including flexible shifts, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for professional development. With a strong focus on employee growth through training and career progression, along with a supportive work culture that celebrates achievements, Franco's provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about hospitality in the heart of London.
