Location
England, London
Salary
Up to £42,500 / Year
Job Type
Full Time
Job Overview
About Us
The Twenty Two is a luxury lifestyle hotel and members' club in the heart of Mayfair, blending hospitality, dining, and culture. Our environment is fast-paced, refined, and guest-focused, with high expectations for service excellence and teamwork across all departments.
At The Twenty Two, we are looking for a Senior Sommelier to join our Food & Beverage team, delivering world-class wine service while creating memorable dining experiences for our guests and members.
The Role
As a Senior Sommelier, you will:
- Deliver exceptional wine service, providing expert recommendations and creating memorable experiences for every guest
- Manage and maintain the wine programme, ensuring the highest standards of presentation, storage, and stock control
- Build strong relationships with guests, confidently guiding them through the wine list and pairing selections with our menus
- Support, coach, and inspire the Sommelier and Restaurant teams, sharing your knowledge and passion for wine
- Work closely with the Head Sommelier, Restaurant Management, and Kitchen teams to develop wine pairings and enhance the overall guest experience
- Assist with wine ordering, cellar organisation, inventory management, and supplier relationships
- Represent The Twenty Two brand with confidence, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail at all times
This is a hands-on role requiring outstanding product knowledge, commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for luxury hospitality and exceptional service.
Requirements
About You
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about excellence and culture.
You will have:
- Previous experience as a Senior Sommelier or Sommelier within a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or private members' club
- Excellent knowledge of wines, spirits, and beverages, with a recognised wine qualification (WSET Level 3 or above preferred)
- A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through personalised wine service
- Experience supporting and developing colleagues within a high-performing hospitality team
- Strong organisational and cellar management skills, with experience of stock control and inventory
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with guests and make tailored recommendations
- A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Outstanding attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning
Compensation
What's in It for You?
You will be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team, working in one of London's most distinctive hospitality venues, with opportunities to grow and develop within the business.
Employee Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Programme with Hospitality Action: Our specialist support services help hospitality people tackle complex issues like addiction, financial difficulties, relationship breakdown, bereavement, or mental health problems.
- Employee Referral Scheme: £500 (paid on your referral completing their probationary period).
- Mentoring schemes.
- Management Development Training – on the job with support from external training providers.
- Your birthday is off
- Generous Company Discretionary Sick Pay Scheme. 5 days Sick Pay per year, pro rata, at managers discretion.
- Generous staff discount in Cafe 22: 30% off a table up to 4 guests and 20% off a table up to 6 guests.
- A Guest Experience in the Hotel (subject to availability).
- Holiday entitlement increases: 2 days at 2 years' length of service, and a further 3 days at 5 years' length of service, prorated to your contract hours.
- Long service award schemes
How to Apply
APPLY VIA THIS LINK:
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If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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