Assistant Head Sommelier — Luxury Wine & Service Leader

Caterer; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary access to our all-day-d 

Option to purchase up to five days of

Monthly access to subsidised massage

Wellbeing initiatives programme

24-hour confidential assistance helpl

On- and off-site Occupational Health

Life assurance through Death in Servi

Eye care vouchers towards glasses

Flu vaccination vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Connaught in Mayfair is seeking a talented full-time Assistant Head Sommelier to join the Hélène Darroze team. You will support the Sommelier team, ensuring professional, flawless wine service and an exceptional guest experience.

You bring strong wine knowledge, hands-on leadership, and a WSET or equivalent qualification, with experience in a luxury hotel and Michelin-star restaurant setting. Training and team development are central to the role.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of new and old world wines.
• WSET or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sommelier team to ensure professional, efficient and accurate wine service and guest experience.
• Motivate and develop team with a strong focus on training and development.
• Deliver a high service culture in a luxury hotel and Michelin-star environment.

Skills

Wine knowledge

WSET qualification

Education

WSET or equivalent

Job description

The Connaught in Mayfair is seeking a talented full-time Assistant Head Sommelier to join the Hélène Darroze team. You will support the Sommelier team, ensuring professional, flawless wine service and an exceptional guest experience.

You bring strong wine knowledge, hands-on leadership, and a WSET or equivalent qualification, with experience in a luxury hotel and Michelin-star restaurant setting. Training and team development are central to the role.