Head Sommelier

The Crazy Bear Group; Greater London, Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fine dining restaurant is seeking a Head Sommelier to lead an exceptional wine experience. This role involves overseeing wine selection, service, and inventory management while ensuring the highest standards of customer service. With a focus on locally sourced ingredients and a unique tasting menu, this position offers the chance to be part of a groundbreaking dining concept. Join a boutique hotel renowned for its luxurious environment and commitment to excellence, and help redefine the fine dining experience.

Benefits

75% staff discount on food and accommodation

Career Development Programs

28 days of annual leave

Workplace Pension Scheme

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years as Head Sommelier at Michelin star level.
• Strong wine and cocktail knowledge, including health-conscious products.

Responsibilities

• Manage wine selection, purchasing, and service quality.
• Ensure financial efficiency and customer satisfaction in wine department.

Skills

Wine Knowledge

Cocktail Knowledge

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

WSET Level 3

Job description

Head Sommelier – Beaconsfield – NEW Fine Dining Restaurant

Something different is coming to Beaconsfield. BEAR by Chef Carlo Scotto opens at the Crazy Bear Hotel. A 14-seat chef’s table set to open its doors in Spring 2025, the bold new dining concept promises to redefine fine dining. At the heart of Chef Carlo’s new venture is a tasting menu with a farm-to-plate philosophy, showcasing locally sourced, best of British ingredients and seasonal vegetables with an unexpected twist.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sommelier to lead this experience. This would include, but not limited to: having responsibility over the wine, including list selection, administration, purchasing and service. The aim of the role is to deliver excellence in product quality and customer service experience, whilst achieving the financial targets set by the company.

Head Sommelier Benefits

• On Target Earnings up to £50k per annum
• Career Development: Access to industry-leading training programs and opportunities to advance within the Crazy Bear Group.
• 75% staff discount on food, and accommodation across all Crazy Bear venues.
• A £300 referral bonus for successful new hires.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• A workplace pension scheme for your peace of mind.
• Perks and Benefits from Hospitality Rewards
• Every Sunday & Monday off

Head Sommelier Responsibilities:

• Working alongside and reporting to Chef Patron Carlo Scotto you’ll be responsible for product selection, purchasing, storage and delivery, as well as the security of the wine stock and the overall profitability of the operations of the wine department.
• Responsible for the financial efficiency of the wine department, working to improve efficiency and manage costs appropriately in line with the company budget and policy.
• Inventory management, wastage, as well as theoretical and actual Gross Profit.
• Responsibility for the customer wine service experience. Setting standards and ensuring consistently excellent service.
• Responsibility for product quality control, training and testing of the BEAR team to enable them to knowledgeably deliver products of the highest standard.
• Responsibility for reporting the trade of the business on a weekly basis from Market Man, using the information to propose changes to continually improve the business.
• Responsibility for planning, three months in advance, the future operational requirements for the wine department.

The Head Sommelier will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Head Sommelier at Michelin star level
• Minimum level 3 WSET
• Strong wine and cocktail knowledge, including infusions and health-conscious products.
• Impeccable standards with a passion for delivering outstanding service
• Immaculate presentation and communication skills
• Fluent in reading and writing of the English language.

At The Crazy Bear Group, we are all about delivering excellence. Our boutique five star hotel in Beaconsfield is renowned for its attention to detail, offering guests not only luxurious surroundings but also an extraordinary dining experience. With 48 elaborately designed bedrooms, award-winning English and Thai restaurants, and a cocktail bar, we provide a unique setting that encourages both creativity and precision in the kitchen.

Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply now and help us push the boundaries of fine dining at The Crazy Bear.

If you’re looking for something different, you’ve found it. www.crazybeargroup.co.uk