Are you an experienced Junior Sommelier with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences? We are seeking a passionate Junior Sommelier to join our new opening, The Horses!
Opening in September 2026, The Horses will bring a fresh hospitality offering to Farringdon. Set within a building that has long been part of the local community, the venue will combine a pub atmosphere with exceptional dining, quality drinks, and attentive service across multiple floors.
We are building a team that prides itself on delivering authentic hospitality, who are collaborative and create a genuinely warm, welcoming environment for every guest. This is an opportunity to join a new opening and help shape the venue from day one, becoming part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and a shared passion for great service.
Salary
£13.00 per hour plus service charge (up to £4 - £5 per hour).
What’s in it for you as a Junior Sommelier
- 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
- Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team. Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
- Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants and more.
- 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
- Celebrate your 1-year work anniversary with an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
- Access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
- Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
- Delicious staff meals on shift.
- Career progression opportunities, ongoing training to develop yourself personally and professionally.
What you’ll be doing as a Junior Sommelier
- Work closely with the Sommelier to manage our wine list, ensuring it complements our seasonal menu.
- Provide wine recommendations to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
- Assist during service with running food and drink orders.
- Collaborate with the Sommelier to manage wine inventory and ensure proper storage and stock levels.
- Collaborate with chefs and management to pair wines with our culinary offerings.
About you, our new Junior Sommelier
- Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a high‑end restaurant or hospitality environment.
- A deep passion for wine and a desire to share your knowledge.
- Understanding of global wine regions, varietals, and pairing principles.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- A friendly, professional, and team‑oriented attitude.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Familiarity with beer, spirits, and cocktails is a plus.
If you are an outgoing wine enthusiast with a passion for hospitality, we would love to hear from you.
