Sommelier - New Opening

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in London is seeking a passionate Sommelier for their new signature restaurant. The role requires curating a wine list, providing recommendations, and ensuring a memorable dining experience. Ideal candidates will have a background in luxury dining and a strong knowledge of wines. This full-time position offers excellent benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Excellent training and career development opportunities

Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels

Free meals at staff canteen

Holiday entitlement increases with years of service

Free Life Insurance

Access to salary advance benefit

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, and food pairings.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a luxury or high-end restaurant.
• A passion for creating unforgettable experiences.

Responsibilities

• Curate and maintain an exceptional wine list that complements the steakhouse menu.
• Provide expert wine recommendations and pairings to enhance the guest experience.
• Ensure wine serving equipment is clean and polished.

Skills

Wine expertise

Communication skills

Guest engagement

Passion for hospitality

Education

Certified Sommelier (WSET Level 3 or equivalent preferred)

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:
Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London's historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 6 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including La Dame de Pic (French cuisine, 2*Michelin Star), Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dinning, afternoon tea & bar).

Join Our Opening Team - Sommelier, New Signature Restaurant

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge

Are you passionate about exceptional service and memorable dining experiences? Be part of something extraordinary as we open our brand-new signature restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge. The restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

We are seeking enthusiastic and service-driven Sommeliers to join our opening team and help shape a world-class dining destination in the heart of London.

With a focus on quality ingredients, bold flavours, and warm, intuitive service, this is more than just a place to eat, it's a place to experience.

About the role:

As Sommelier, you will be the wine ambassador of our new restaurant, guiding guests through an expertly curated wine list and delivering a memorable, personalised experience. You'll work closely with the culinary and service teams to ensure perfect pairings and seamless service, while also playing a key role in shaping the restaurant's wine identity.

Please note that this role is expected to commence in early to mid-October.

What You'll Do:

• Help to curate and maintain an exceptional wine list that complements the steakhouse menu
• Provide expert wine recommendations and pairings to enhance the guest experience
• Assist with the wine service of a determined section of the restaurant
• Ensure wine serving equipment is clean and polished
• Stay current with wine trends and knowledge

What you bring:

• Certified Sommelier (WSET Level 3 or equivalent preferred)
• Previous experience in a similar role within a luxury or high-end restaurant
• Deep knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, and food pairings
• Strong communication and guest engagement skills
• A passion for hospitality and a desire to create unforgettable experiences
• The Right to Work in the UK

Schedule and hours:

• This is a full-time position, contracted at 40 hours per week
• This position will cover lunch and dinner service, full flexibility is needed to cover both shifts 7 days per week

Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge employees enjoy:

• Excellent training and career development opportunities within the Four Seasons brand;
• Up to 20 complimentary nights and unlimited discounted rates at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world based on years of service;
• Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and fizzy drinks available throughout the day;
• Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year;
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off;
• Free Life Insurance;
• Bupa Dental and MediCash plan available;
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential;
• Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme;
• Free uniform dry cleaning;
• Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year;
• Access to Wagestream - a salary advance benefit;
• Employee Recognition Programmes;
• & many, many more to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!