Sommelier Michelin Star

The Artichoke Restaurant; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Sommelier to join their Michelin-starred restaurant, known for its innovative cuisine and exceptional service. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise in wines and beverage pairings while working closely with a passionate culinary team. Enjoy a four-day working week, competitive salary, and a professional environment that values your contributions. If you have a refined palate and a dedication to outstanding customer service, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

4 days on/3 days off

Christmas and New Year off

Share of service charge + tips

Staff lunch onsite

Contributory pension scheme

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Strong interest and knowledge of wines.
• Proven experience in high-level restaurant service.
• Ability to manage wine inventory and costings.

Responsibilities

• Guide diners through wine offerings with insight and enthusiasm.
• Collaborate with culinary team for wine pairings.
• Curate and manage an exceptional wine program.

Skills

Wines Knowledge

Customer Service

Wine Cellar Management

Wine Pairing Expertise

Communication Skills

Education

WSET Wine Qualification Level 2+

Job description

The Artichoke Restaurant Amersham, England, United Kingdom

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We are seeking a talented and passionate Sommelier for our Michelin starred restaurant offering modern fine dining combined with a high level of personable, professional service. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your deep knowledge of wines and beverage pairings and working with an exceptional wine list. Your expertise will elevate the guest experience, guiding diners through our wine offerings with insight and enthusiasm. Working closely with the culinary team you will be involved in crafting thoughtful pairings that highlight and complement our innovative cuisine.

The restaurant currently operates a four-day working week and will be delighted for a career driven Sommelier to join our passionate Front of House Team.

The Artichoke is set in the beautiful Old Town of Amersham and features award winning, innovative cuisine. The contemporary interior revolves around a refurbished state of the art induction Open Kitchen and a Private Dining room with its own wine cellar. Awards also include Three AA Rosettes, AA Restaurant of the Year England 2013/14, and Best New Entry The Good Food Guide 2010.

Industry leading rewards include:

●4 days on/3 days off for full time

●Christmas and New Year off

●Share of the service charge + tips

●Staff lunch onsite

●Contributory pension scheme

●A professional, friendly working environment

The successful Sommelier candidate should have the following qualities:

• A strong interest and knowledge of wines
• Proven previous experience in a similar high level of restaurant service
• WSET Wine qualification 2 + and above
• Wine celler management skills and stock taking
• Experience of ordering, financial control of stock, wine costings and managing GP’s
• Curate and manage an exceptional wine program, including inventory, pairings, and tastings.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to craft a harmonious dining experience.
• Well presented with personality, charisma and excellent communication skills
• You should have a passion for fine food, wine and delivering outstanding customer service.
• Highly motivated to be a part of an existing professional and driven team

The successful Sommelier must be living and be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions.

If you are dedicated to hospitality, thrive on delivering exceptional service, and have a refined palate and strong cellar management skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the anticipated high response only applicants that meet the criteria can be responded to.

• Salary - depending on experiencecompetitive plus share of service charge

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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