Aspiring Sommelier - Elevate Wine Service at a Luxury Hotel

Dorchester Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Stays

Employee Discounts

Pension plan

Ticket loan

Rental deposit

Financial advice

Eye care vouchers

Apprenticeships

Social events

Referral bonus

Well-being support

Job summary

The Grill - The Dorchester in London invites applications for a Junior Sommelier to join our award-winning team. You will learn from a Sommelier and our hospitality peers, supported by our renowned learning academy to achieve high standards of craft and service.

We offer extensive development opportunities with shift-based hours, complimentary hotel stays, employee discounts, and a strong benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and career growth within a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• A friendly and helpful attitude.
• Basic knowledge of wine or a strong interest in learning more about it.
• Good communication skills—you like talking to people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction.
• Organised and able to follow instructions clearly.
• Previous experience working in a restaurant, bar, or hotel.
• Any wine training or qualifications, such as WSET Level 1.
• An interest in food and drinks and how they go together.
• Confidence in serving guests at a luxury venue.

Responsibilities

• Help guests choose the right wines to enjoy with their meals.
• Work closely with the Sommelier and the restaurant team.
• Learn about our wine menu and keep your knowledge up-to-date.
• Help set up and maintain the wine service area.
• Make sure guests feel welcome and enjoy their experience.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Basic wine knowledge

Good communication

Teamwork

Organised

Education

WSET Level 1

Job description

The Grill - The Dorchester in London invites applications for a Junior Sommelier to join our award-winning team. You will learn from a Sommelier and our hospitality peers, supported by our renowned learning academy to achieve high standards of craft and service.

We offer extensive development opportunities with shift-based hours, complimentary hotel stays, employee discounts, and a strong benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and career growth within a luxury hotel environment.