Sommelier

JKS Restaurants Holdings Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in London is seeking a passionate Sommelier to join their acclaimed team. The role involves delivering exceptional service, pairing wines, and enhancing the guest experience in a Michelin star setting. Ideal candidates will have previous experience and a strong knowledge of food and beverages.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier in a Michelin star restaurant or similar.
• Professional and confident communication style.
• Engaging and personable nature.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest levels of service and guest experience.
• Recommend and sell wines to customers.
• Inspire and lead the team.

Skills

Hospitality

Wine knowledge

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualification

Job description

Sommelier - Gymkhana

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule: Full Time

Experience: Previous experience as a Sommelier within a Michelin star restaurant or similar setting.

Gymkhana is seeking a Sommelier to join their team. The successful candidate will be friendly, personable, and passionate about all things food and drink. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Sommelier looking for a new role in an award-winning, critically acclaimed group.

The Restaurant

Operating in Mayfair for over a decade, Gymkhana is inspired by the bars, social, sports, and members’ clubs of the British Raj in India. It serves contemporary Indian cuisine using seasonal British ingredients, with a strong focus on the tandoori oven. Since opening in 2013, Gymkhana has garnered numerous accolades, including its first Michelin star and, in 2024, a second Michelin star, making it the first Indian restaurant in London to hold two. The restaurant was also named Restaurant of the Year by Restaurant Magazine and BMW Square Meal in 2014. Giles Coren of The Times remarked, 'Gymkhana is the best restaurant I have ever been to.'

The Position

As Sommelier, you will be responsible for delivering the highest levels of service and an exceptional guest experience within the restaurant and private dining rooms. You will recommend and sell wines to customers to complement their tastes and menu choices.

Qualifications and Skills

• An engaging and personable nature
• A passion for hospitality and delivering an exceptional guest experience
• Prior experience as a Sommelier within a quality restaurant
• WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualification
• A professional and confident communication style with fluent English language ability
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a team
• An excellent knowledge of food and beverage
• The eagerness to continually learn and develop your career within hospitality

We believe in empowering our team to balance professional success with personal well-being.

Additional Information

Experience: Required

Employment: Full-time

About JKS Restaurants Holdings Ltd

The Group currently operates 28 brands in central London, with 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin bib gourmands, and 7 restaurants ranked in the top 100 restaurants in London. We are an incredibly diverse group of restaurants within Central London.