Head Sommelier — Lead Luxury Wine Program

Recruit Genie; St Albans; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development platform

Health & wellbeing program

Health care cash plan

Discounted food and beverage

Spa and hotel discounts

Refer a Friend scheme

Staff meals and parking

Job summary

Sopwell House in Hertfordshire is seeking a passionate Sommelier to lead the wine program across our two award-winning restaurants and support the hotel bar.

You will curate wine lists, guide guests through thoughtful pairings, manage the cellar and stock, train teams, and host tastings to bring our wine story to life.

This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role offers a salary up to £45,000 per annum including service charge, with development opportunities and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Sommelier with luxury hotel or fine-dining experience.
• WSET Level 3 or CMS preferred (or working towards).

Responsibilities

• Curate wine lists for two restaurants and hotel bar.
• Guide guests through wine pairings and five-star service.
• Own the wine cellar and stock management, sourcing and inventory.
• Train and inspire restaurant and bar teams on wine service.
• Host tastings and masterclasses to showcase the wine program.
• Support the hotel bar and contribute to beverage profitability.

Skills

Sommelier experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

WSET Level 3 or above

Court of Master Sommeliers qualification

Job description

Sopwell House in Hertfordshire is seeking a passionate Sommelier to lead the wine program across our two award-winning restaurants and support the hotel bar.

You will curate wine lists, guide guests through thoughtful pairings, manage the cellar and stock, train teams, and host tastings to bring our wine story to life.

This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role offers a salary up to £45,000 per annum including service charge, with development opportunities and staff benefits.