Sommelier

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

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Friends & family discount

Wage-advance via Stream

Refer a Friend bonus

Training & development

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Room rates

Job summary

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea is seeking a motivated and committed Sommelier to join our three Michelin starred team. You will showcase wine knowledge, advise guests, and contribute to exceptional dining experiences.

Ideal candidates hold WSET Level 2 or equivalent, have experience in Michelin-star settings, and enjoy training others. You will work closely with Head Sommelier to uphold the highest standards of service.

Qualifications

• Must have strong wine knowledge and guest service.
• Experience in Michelin-starred environments preferred.
• WSET Level 2 qualification or equivalent preferred.
• Able to train junior staff and share wine knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and sell wines to guests to complement meals.
• Maintain high standards of service and guest experience.
• Train and mentor junior sommeliers.
• Build rapport with guests and team members.
• Collaborate with Head Sommelier to curate and update wine lists.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Guest service

Team player

Sales skills

Education

WSET Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Established in 1998, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is our flagship destination, the jewel in the crown of Gordon Ramsay Restaurants. Holding three Michelin stars since 2001, the restaurant provides elegant modern French cuisine using only the finest seasonal ingredients and employing both classic and modern techniques. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay is a true mark of excellence, quality, and consistency, combining contemporary elegance and unparalleled service. Lead by Chef Patron Matt Abe. Matt upholds the history and prestige of the restaurant by maintaining the constant pursuit of perfection.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and committed Sommelier to join our passionate team at the three Michelin starred Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, located in Chelsea

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 organizational skills, energy, and passion for wine and beverage to ensure the highest standards are constantly achieved

We are ideally looking for candidates who:

• Have previous experience working within a Michelin Star environment
• Are passionate about delivering the highest levels of service to our guests in an engaging and informative way
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and build rapport with our guests and the team
• Desire to continuously learn and improve both knowledge and skills

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 & background. 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.