Sommelier

TN United Kingdom; Padstow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Sommelier at a renowned establishment, where you will break away from traditional wine service. This role offers a unique opportunity to deepen your wine knowledge while engaging with guests in a lively restaurant setting. You will build relationships with suppliers and enjoy professional growth through various courses and vineyard visits. With a focus on teamwork and effective communication, you will contribute to a memorable dining experience. If you have a passion for wines and a positive attitude, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Free staff stays (B&B)

35% discount on food, beverages, and treatments

Annual holiday entitlement increase (up to 33 days)

Take-home goods at cost price

Access to on-demand GP, physiotherapy, and counseling services

Various learning and development courses

Anniversary vouchers for dinner with wine for two

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sommelier or Bartender with good wine knowledge.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn about wines and spirits.

Responsibilities

• Providing knowledgeable wine service to guests, including wine and food pairing.
• Ensuring proper storage of wine stock and maintaining a safe, presentable cellar.
• Actively developing your knowledge of wines and spirits.

Skills

Wine Knowledge

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Opportunity: Sommelier at THE PIG - Harlyn Bay

We are recruiting a Sommelier to join our team at THE PIG - Harlyn Bay. Our Sommeliers break away from the traditional wine service image, focusing instead on developing wine knowledge while working during vibrant restaurant service. You will learn about local and international wine brands, build relationships with suppliers, and have opportunities for professional growth through courses, tastings, vineyard visits, and international trips. The role also includes light bar duties, including closing procedures.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Providing knowledgeable wine service to guests, including wine and food pairing.
2. Demonstrating skills and knowledge across the team, conducting briefings and tastings.
3. Ensuring proper storage of wine stock and maintaining a safe, presentable cellar.
4. Communicating effectively with both the team and guests, with a caring and considerate approach.
5. Actively developing your knowledge of wines and spirits.
6. Fulfilling additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head Sommelier.
7. Maintaining a clean and tidy bar area, including closing procedures.

Previous experience as a Sommelier or Bartender with good wine knowledge in a similar environment is required. A positive attitude and eagerness to learn about wines and spirits are essential.

Benefits of working with us:

• Free staff stays (B&B).
• 35% discount on food, beverages, and treatments.
• Annual holiday entitlement increase (up to 33 days).
• Take-home goods at cost price.
• Access to on-demand GP, physiotherapy, and counseling services for you and your family through Help@Hand.
• Various learning and development courses.
• Anniversary vouchers for dinner with wine for two.

Home Grown Hotels is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics under the Equalities Act 2010.

Robin Hutson states, ‘As with all good hospitality, THE PIG is fundamentally about people; it’s the personalities, passion, knowledge, and skills of the people we work with that create THE PIG experience’.