Senior Sommelier

The Twenty Two Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme with Hos

Employee Referral Scheme: £500 (paid

Mentoring schemes

Management Development Training – on

Your birthday is off

Generous Company Discretionary SickPay

Generous staff discount in the Ground"

A Guest Experience in the Hotel

Holiday entitlement increases

Long service award schemes

Job summary

The Twenty Two Group, based in Mayfair, invites applications for a Senior Sommelier who will lead wine service in a luxury environment. You will guide guests through the list, craft exemplary pairings, and mentor junior staff, ensuring flawless execution across service.

Join a dynamic team at one of London’s premier venues, where product knowledge, stock control, and guest engagement drive the wine programme and dining experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Sommelier or Sommelier within a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or private members' club.
• Excellent knowledge of wines, spirits, and beverages, with a recognised wine qualification (WSET Level 3 or above preferred)
• A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through personalised wine service
• Experience supporting and developing colleagues within a high-performing hospitality team
• Strong organisational and cellar management skills, with experience of stock control and inventory
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with guests and make tailored recommendations
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Outstanding attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional wine service, providing expert recommendations and creating memorable experiences for every guest
• Manage and maintain the wine programme, ensuring the highest standards of presentation, storage, and stock control
• Build strong relationships with guests, confidently guiding them through the wine list and pairing selections with our menus
• Support, coach, and inspire the Sommelier and Restaurant teams, sharing your knowledge and passion for wine
• Work closely with the Head Sommelier, Restaurant Management, and Kitchen teams to develop wine pairings and enhance the overall guest experience
• Assist with wine ordering, cellar organisation, inventory management, and supplier relationships
• Represent The Twenty Two brand with confidence, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail at all times

Skills

Wine knowledge

Spirits & beverages

Stock control

Team coaching

Menu pairings

Education

WSET Level 3 or above

Job description

Join our team as a Senior Sommelier

Are you bold, driven towards excellence, guided by intuition, and passionate about delivering exceptional wine experiences in a luxury environment?

At The Twenty Two, we are looking for a Senior Sommelier to join our Food & Beverage team, delivering world-class wine service while creating memorable dining experiences for our guests and members.

The Role

As a Senior Sommelier, you will:

• Deliver exceptional wine service, providing expert recommendations and creating memorable experiences for every guest


• Manage and maintain the wine programme, ensuring the highest standards of presentation, storage, and stock control


• Build strong relationships with guests, confidently guiding them through the wine list and pairing selections with our menus


• Support, coach, and inspire the Sommelier and Restaurant teams, sharing your knowledge and passion for wine


• Work closely with the Head Sommelier, Restaurant Management, and Kitchen teams to develop wine pairings and enhance the overall guest experience


• Assist with wine ordering, cellar organisation, inventory management, and supplier relationships


• Represent The Twenty Two brand with confidence, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail at all times

This is a hands-on role requiring outstanding product knowledge, commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for luxury hospitality and exceptional service.

What's in It for You?

You will be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team, working in one of London's most distinctive hospitality venues, with opportunities to grow and develop within the business.

Employee Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action: Our specialist support services help hospitality people tackle complex issues like addiction, financial difficulties, relationship breakdown, bereavement, or mental health problems.


• Employee Referral Scheme: £500 (paid on your referral completing their probationary period).


• Mentoring schemes.


• Management Development Training – on the job with support from external training providers.


• Your birthday is off


• Generous Company Discretionary Sick Pay Scheme. You accrue one day CSP per month during your employment with the Company on a rolling basis, capped at 5 years' length of service.


• Generous staff discount in the Ground Floor Restaurant: 30% off a table up to 4 guests and 20% off a table up to 6 guests.


• A Guest Experience in the Hotel (subject to availability).


• Holiday entitlement increases: 2 days at 2 years' length of service, and a further 3 days at 5 years' length of service, prorated to your contract hours.


• Long service award schemes

About Us

The Twenty Two is a luxury lifestyle hotel and members' club in the heart of Mayfair, blending hospitality, dining, and culture. Our environment is fast-paced, refined, and guest-focused, with high expectations for service excellence and teamwork across all departments.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about excellence and culture.

You will have:

• Previous experience as a Senior Sommelier or Sommelier within a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or private members' club


• Excellent knowledge of wines, spirits, and beverages, with a recognised wine qualification (WSET Level 3 or above preferred)


• A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through personalised wine service


• Experience supporting and developing colleagues within a high‑performing hospitality team


• Strong organisational and cellar management skills, with experience of stock control and inventory


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with guests and make tailored recommendations


• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays


• Outstanding attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning

If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.