At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver exceptional service and recommend wines to enhance guest experiences.
- Company: Join the acclaimed JKS Restaurants, known for its Michelin-starred venues.
- Benefits: Enjoy medical insurance, restaurant discounts, and visa support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth in a collaborative hospitality group.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team in a dynamic fine dining environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sommelier and a WSET qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
The Position
As Sommelier, you will be responsible for delivering the highest levels of service and an exceptional guest experience within the restaurant and private dining rooms. You will recommend and sell wines to customers both to complement their tastes and to pair with their menu choices.
The successful Sommelier will have:
- An engaging and personable nature;
- A passion for hospitality and delivering an exceptional guest experience;
- Prior experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier or Senior Sommelier within a quality restaurant;
- WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualification;
- A professional and confident communication style with fluent English language ability;
- Proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team;
- An excellent knowledge of food and beverage;
- The eagerness to continually learn and develop your career within hospitality.
Benefits & Culture
Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow. Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Visas
- Medical insurance
- Restaurant discount
The Group
JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 8 Michelin stars, 6 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2025. The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, Legado and Ambassadors Clubhouse, along with cult favourites Hoppers, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi. JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.
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At JKS Restaurants, we pride ourselves on our exceptional team and the vibrant work culture that fosters growth and development. As a Sommelier, you will not only enhance your skills in a Michelin-starred environment but also enjoy benefits such as medical insurance and restaurant discounts, all while being part of a collaborative group that values genuine hospitality and employee well-being.
