ASSISTANT HEAD SOMMELIER
The Connaught
Excellent Salary and benefit package
A unique opportunity has arisen for a highly talented and ambitious Assistant Head Sommelier to join Hélne Darroze at The Connaught - the outstanding 3 Michelin star restaurant by Helene Darroze.
Found at the heart of Mayfair village, The Connaught blends tradition with contemporary flair. With its bespoke service, 3,000-piece art collection, three Michelin-starred restaurant Hélne Darroze at The Connaught and Londons only Aman Spa, it has always been the choice for connoisseurs of the art of living well. Jean-Georges at The Connaught offers all-hours informal gourmet dining; and the exquisite Connaught Bar has won prestigious awards for its masterful mixology.
As AssistantHead Sommelier you will assist the Sommelier team to ensure professional, efficient and accurate service of all types of beverage in order to completely exceed guests expectations during their meal experience. An excellent and confident communicator, you will take a hands-on approach to your role and be passionate about people, the delivery of exceptional guest service and the development of the team, with a strong focus on training and development.
As Assistant Head Sommelier you will have a solid understanding of both new and old world wines and successfully completed WSET or equivalent qualification to a high level. You will have a natural flair for service and in delivering a strong service culture, with a natural ability to motivate and develop others. You will have a proven background within in a leading luxury hotel and Michelin star restaurant environment within a senior role where quality food, wine and ingredients are key priorities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team in one of Londons most renowned hotels and offers excellent opportunities for career development and progression.
Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our employees for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:
Financial Stability
* Excellent salary package.
* Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
* Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
* Travel Season Ticket Loans.
* Pension Scheme*.
* Salary Sacrifice.
* Holiday Trading.
* Retail Discount.
Health and Wellbeing Support
* Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
* Flu vaccination vouchers*.
* Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
* A dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders & 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
* On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
* Death in Service salary contribution.
* Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
* A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining colleagues restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.
* Cycle to Work.
Recognition and Career Development
* Referral Scheme Introduce a Star where you can earn up to £1,500*.
* Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
* Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
* Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
* Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
* In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
* Long service awards.
Memorable experiences
* Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across the Maybourne .
* Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
* 50% Food and Beverage discount* across the Maybourne.
* Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleagues Party, Annual Colleagues Children Party, etc.)
* Wedding and Baby gifts.
* Retirement functions.
*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
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