Comms Sommelier

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Sunningdale; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Service charge

Training and development

Wine and beverage training

Career progression

Staff discounts

Internal progression

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy is recruiting for a Commis Sommelier in Surrey, offering exposure to a Michelin-starred fine-dining environment. You will work alongside an experienced Sommelier, developing wine knowledge and service skills within a luxury setting.

Join a knowledgeable front-of-house team, with training and extensive wine-beverage development opportunities, plus staff discounts and clear progression.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for wine and fine dining.
• Experience in a fine-dining restaurant, luxury hotel or high-end hospitality.
• Strong desire to learn and develop wine knowledge.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Keen eye for detail and professional approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ambition to build a career within fine dining.
• WSET qualifications would be desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the restaurant is fully stocked and prepared ahead of service.
• Provide professional and attentive wine service throughout the guest experience.
• Develop knowledge of the wine list and beverage offering.
• Assist guests with wine choices and make recommendations.
• Support wine tastings and training sessions.
• Maintain wine service equipment to high standards.
• Be aware of bookings, guest preferences and special requirements.
• Support the wider front-of-house team with beverage knowledge and service.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Fine dining experience

Guest service

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Commis Sommelier

Location: Surrey

Salary: Competitive + Service Charge

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a prestigious luxury hotel in Surrey, looking to recruit an ambitious Commis Sommelier to join their exceptional fine-dining team.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Michelin-starred restaurant and develop your wine knowledge and service skills alongside an experienced Sommelier and Head Sommelier, working within a highly regarded and quality-driven environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus service charge
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Extensive wine and beverage training
• Career progression within a prestigious luxury hospitality business
• Staff discounts across the group
• Opportunities for internal progression and development

Why choose our client?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Surrey's leading luxury hospitality destinations, working within an acclaimed Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant.

You’ll be part of a knowledgeable and passionate front-of-house team, gaining valuable experience across wine service, guest interaction and beverage knowledge. The role is ideal for someone who is genuinely passionate about wine and wants to build a long-term career within the world of fine dining.

What's involved?

• Ensuring the restaurant is fully stocked and prepared ahead of service
• Providing professional and attentive wine service throughout the guest experience
• Developing detailed knowledge of the wine list and beverage offering
• Assisting guests with wine choices and making appropriate recommendations
• Supporting wine tastings and training sessions
• Maintaining wine service equipment to the highest standard
• Being aware of bookings, guest preferences and special requirements
• Supporting the wider front-of-house team with beverage knowledge and service
• Maintaining consistently high standards throughout every service

Sound like the role for you?

We're looking for a Commis Sommelier who has:

• A genuine passion for wine and fine dining
• Previous experience within a fine-dining restaurant, luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment preferred
• A strong desire to learn and develop their wine knowledge
• Excellent communication and guest service skills
• A keen eye for detail and a professional approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ambition to build a career within fine dining
• WSET qualifications would be desirable but are not essentialIf you're passionate about wine, ambitious to develop and looking to take your first or next step within Michelin-starred fine dining, we'd love to hear from you.