Sommelier

Harri; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tronc paid

Free team meals

50% off food

Income protection

Paid annual volunteer days

Early wage access

Referral bonuses

Travel/Shopping discounts

Welfare budget for snacks/drinks

Training & progression

Job summary

Hawksmoor in London is seeking an experienced Sommelier to elevate our wine program and guest experiences. You will lead wine service across the floor, craft pairings, and train front-of-house staff with warmth and expertise.

Qualified candidates will have strong wine knowledge, WSET level 2+ (level 3 preferred), and a passion for hospitality. This role offers a collaborative team culture and opportunities to influence menu development and seasonal selections.

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Sommelier or Senior Waiter with strong wine knowledge.
• Confident, engaging and passionate about helping guests discover new wines.
• Qualified to WSET Level 2 (Level 3 a bonus).
• Calm, organised and professional under pressure.
• A team player who embodies Hawksmoor’s values and culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional wine service and pairings across the restaurant floor
• Guide guests through the wine list with enthusiasm, knowledge and genuine hospitality
• Support the Wine Manager in maintaining and developing the wine programme
• Train and mentor FOH staff in wine service, tastings and product knowledge
• Maintain stock control, cellar organisation and accurate records
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal selections

Skills

Wine knowledge

Sommelier experience

Customer service

Team training

Job description

Sommelier

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home ofethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired withaward-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one ofthe most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have beenrecognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year. As a Sommelier , you’ll be part ofHawksmoor’s award-winning wine team — curating memorable experiences for ourguests through your knowledge, passion and warmth. You’ll bring the wine listto life, supporting the restaurant team with training, service and recommendations,while upholding Hawksmoor’s standards of hospitality and excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver exceptional wine service and pairingsacross the restaurant floor
• Guide guests through the wine list with enthusiasm,knowledge and genuine hospitality
• Support the Wine Manager in maintaining anddeveloping the wine programme
• Train and mentor FOH staff in wine service,tastings and product knowledge
• Maintain stock control, cellar organisation andaccurate records
• Contribute to menu development and seasonalselections

Who You Are

• Experienced as a Sommelier or Senior Waiter withstrong wine knowledge
• Confident, engaging and passionate about helpingguests discover new wines
• Qualified to WSET Level 2 (or equivalentexperience), with Level 3 a bonus
• Calm, organised and professional under pressure
• A team player who embodies Hawksmoor’s values andculture

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone

  - we are warm, welcoming and help everyone feel comfortable being themselves

• Work Hard and Be Nice to People

  - we balance hard work and ambition withintegrity, kindness and fun

• Hit Hawksmoor Standards

  - we all take accountability for the part we play

• Keep Evolving

  - we continue to develop through listening, learning, feedback and new ideas

Benefits

• Tronc paid for every hour you work, includingholidays and breaks
• Free team meals on shift
• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your lovedones
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeingtools
• Referral bonuses from day one
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping andexperiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks andsupport
• Full training and development with clearprogression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richnessand diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyoneand believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindnessis key and high standards are met together.