Sommelier

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount

30% family discount

Staff wellbeing support

World-class training

Career progression

Room rate discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants is seeking a skilled Sommelier for the Savoy Grill at the Savoy Hotel in London. You will excel in wine knowledge, recommend pairings, and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

As part of a renowned, multi-site hospitality group, you will train juniors, collaborate with the Head Sommelier, and contribute to our premium beverage service. Competitive pay and generous staff discounts accompany world-class training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of wine and guest needs.
• WSET L2 qualification or equivalent preferred.
• Eager to learn from Head Sommelier and support senior team.
• Confident in training junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and sell wines that complement guests' tastes.
• Support Head Sommelier and senior team.
• Train and share wine knowledge with junior staff.
• Build rapport and work as part of a team.
• Maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Guest service

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Training ability

Education

WSET L2 or equivalent

Job description

Home to hundreds of years of Hollywood and history, the Savoy Grill restaurant has seen some of the world’s most famous faces pass through its gilded doors within the legendary Savoy Hotel. Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is the very definition of ‘gourmet glamour.’

Guests can choose from an array of classic dishes including Gordon’s signature Beef Wellington and Rum Baba, flambéed at the table for a little bit of dining drama. A fantastic showcase of the highest quality British produce.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Sommelier to join our passionate team at the Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay at the iconic Savoy Hotel.

What you do as a Sommelier:

• You pride yourself on having a great understanding of wine and guests, recommending and selling wines to our guests that will complement their tastes and meal, creating a memorable guest experience
• You ideally hold WSET L2 qualification or equivalent
• You are eager to learn from the Head Sommelier and support senior members of the team
• You are confident in training, developing, and passing on your wine knowledge to the more junior members of the team
• You naturally enjoy building rapport with others and working as part of a team
• You are keen to use your interpersonal and organisational skills, energy, and passion for wine and beverage to ensure the highest standards are constantly achieved

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Pay Rate
• A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in Restaurants and on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses
• 30% discount for your Friends & Family in Restaurants and on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses
• Employees can instantly access up to 50% of basic wages earned before payday via Stream
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn between £250 to £1000 when referring a friend to work with us (T&Cs apply)
• Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally
• Progress your career through a multi-site and multi-brand, best in class global restaurant group
• Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energising and professional restaurant environment
• Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotel
• MYNDUP - our wellbeing partner where our teams can access up to 2 hours anonymous support a month, fully funded by GRR, for everything from mental health & wellbeing, to counselling or therapy sessions, life & career coaching and more

At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense.

We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds. Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.