Junior Sommelier

The Hero - Restaurant; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & drink discount

Staff meals on shift

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Financial wellbeing via Stream

Employee of the Month £150 meal

Career progression & training

Health & wellbeing support

Employee referral scheme

Benefits platform discounts

All service charge goes to staff

Job summary

Public House Group is seeking a Junior Sommelier to elevate the wine program and guest experience across its venues. You will pair wines with meals, educate staff, and collaborate with beverage and culinary teams to curate an outstanding selection.

You will train teammates, manage inventory alongside the Head Sommelier, and thrive in a fast-paced, guest‑facing role that rewards enthusiasm for wine and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous FOH experience in hospitality.
• Passion for wine and curiosity to learn producers and regions.
• Excellent customer service and communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Familiarity with beer, spirits, and cocktails is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide wine recommendations to guests.
• Train and inspire the team to expand wine knowledge.
• Assist Head Sommelier with wine inventory and stock levels.
• Work in a busy operation, balancing multiple priorities across floors.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Are you a wine enthusiast with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences? We are seeking a talented and knowledgeable Junior Sommelier to join Public House Group!

As a Junior Sommelier, you will be the ambassador of our wine programme, responsible for enhancing the guest experience through expert wine pairings, education, and impeccable service. You will work closely with the beverage manager and culinary team to curate an outstanding wine selection that complements our menu offerings.

What's in it for you as a Junior Sommelier:

• 50% off food and drink in our venues for a table of up to 4 people.
• Delicious staff meals on shift (venue teams only).
• Growing your family? Enjoy enhanced maternity and paternity pay once you've been with us for a year.
• Access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Be recognised as Employee of the Month across the group and win a £150 meal for two.
• Career progression opportunities, ongoing training to develop yourself personally and professionally.
• 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support, access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
• Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our venues and eligible roles.

What you'll be doing as a Junior Sommelier:

• Provide wine recommendations to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
• Work closely with the Sommelier or Head Sommelier to train and inspire our team to expand their wine knowledge.
• Assist the Head Sommelier with wine inventory and stock levels.
• Work in a busy operation, balancing multiple priorities across floors.

About you, our new Junior Sommelier:

• Previous experience in a similar role or FOH, ideally in a high-end restaurant or hospitality environment.
• A deep passion for wine, curiosity to learn about producers and regions, and a willingness to grow.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Familiarity with beer, spirits, and cocktails is a plus.

About Us:

Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed. Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits. At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same: to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.