Head Sommelier
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Full Time
Royal Automobile Club
89 Pall Mall,
England
Full job description
Salary
£48,310.50
Contractual hours
40
Basis
Full Time
Job category/type
Food & Beverage
Date posted
04/02/2025
Job reference
REQ000097
Head Sommelier £48,310.50 Pall Mall, London/Epsom, Surrey
The Royal Automobile Club is an exclusive world-class private members club, with 2 stunning clubhouses in London and Epsom.
Providing a first-class service offering accommodation, dining, sports and leisure facilities for the enjoyment of our members and guests.
Based over both clubhouses, you will spend equal amounts of time in London and Epsom
Benefits of working at the Royal Automobile Club:
- Annual staff bonus
- Free meals on duty
- Paid birthday day off
- Generous pension
- Christmas off in Pall Mall
- Perkbox discount scheme
- European RAC cover
- Interest-free season ticket loan
- Employer-paid health cash plan
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff parties
Purpose of the role:
We are looking for a Head Sommelier to take an overall responsibility for the operational management of all beverage within the Club and ensure members receive a service befitting the foremost private members Club.
Responsibilities:
- Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere
- Passionate about delivering first-class customer service
- Numerical skills and experience of cash handling
- Good negotiator and communicator
About you:
- WSET diploma and/or Head Sommelier qualification
- Previous experience as a Head Sommelier
- Comprehensive knowledge of world wines and beverages
- Awareness of Licencing laws
Club Values: HEARTS
Heritage - Our rich motoring, social, sporting and architectural heritage runs through the fabric and the nature of the Club
Excellence - Excellence is not an achievement; it is something we strive for every day.
Accountability - Taking ownership of our work, meeting our own high standards, honouring our commitments and acting with professionalism.
Respect - Showing consideration and understanding to our members and colleagues.
Trust – Acting with fairness, honesty and integrity.
Sustainability – Actively contribute to reducing our environmental impact, improving our operational efficiency and continuing to build our reputation.
Please visit our website for more information about our Club Vision and Values.
What to expect:
- All applications will be reviewed
- Immediate interview dates available
- Closing date 20 March 2025
