Sommelier

Pig and Butcher Islington; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned pub and restaurant in Greater London is looking for an experienced Sommelier to join their front of house team. The ideal candidate will manage wine service confidently, ensuring an outstanding wine experience for guests. Responsibilities include updating the wine list and building relationships with suppliers. Applicants should possess a minimum of WSET level 2 qualification and have a strong passion for wines and customer service. Competitive salary and excellent work-life balance are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Well balanced meals on duty

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Wagestream

Qualifications

• Must be able to create a seamless journey & outstanding wine experience for guests.
• Ensure that all the wine service is under control.
• Be engaging and able to provide wine courses for all the staff.

Responsibilities

• Join the front of house team and manage wine service.
• Engage with guests to provide an exceptional wine experience.
• Update wine list and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to create outstanding wine experiences

Ability to work well under pressure

Deep understanding of wines

Confidence in updating wine list

Strong relationships with wine suppliers

Education

WSET level 2 qualification

Job description

Sommelier

Introduction to the site and role:

The Pig and Butcher is a critically acclaimed, Michelin listed, 2 AA rosette pub and restaurant. We have an extensive wine list of over 450 bins sourced from family run vineyards. Our menu specialises in country style cooking, working closely with the best farms in the UK we receive whole carcasses of rare and native breeds and we butcher our meat on site.

We are currently recruiting an experienced Sommelier to join our fantastic front of house team at The Pig and Butcher. We offer excellent packages including competitive salary, achievable bonus, a work life balance and a whole lot more.

About You:

• Have exceptional communication and people skills
• Be able to create a seamless journey & outstanding wine experience for guests
• Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast pace environment
• Ensure that all the wine service is under control
• Have a deep understanding of wines, regions and trends
• Be confident in updating wine list
• Cherish good relationships with our wine suppliers
• Be engaging and able to provide wine courses for all the staff
• Must have a minimum of WSET level 2 qualification

About Us:

• Operated by the award-winning Noble Inns.
• Each one of our sites, much like our teams, is individual with a unique and quirky personality!
• We believe in looking after our people just as well as we look after our guests.
• Have a passion for developing people’s careers and promoting from within.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary
• Well balanced meals on duty
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Wagestream

Applicants must be passionate and take great pride in what they do and help us grow our good reputation further.

We look forward to hearing from you.