Sommelier - London Sommelier Front of House Contract: Permanent Salary: THE ROOF GARDENS The Roof Gardens is a social club in the sky, 100 feet above the streets of Kensington. Close to an acre of private gardens with views across London to the horizon, The Roof Gardens is a new generation members club. A place of escape, bursting with wildflowers, olive and mulberry trees, grassy lawns and hidden nooks. An Art Deco gem created in 1938, The Roof Gardens has a legendary legacy. People have come together, the curious, creative, riotous, radical and respected alike. Every chapter scatters their seeds in the soil; we are merely the latest gardeners in its ongoing story. Created for season-by-season, morning-to-moonlight experiences. Al fresco Italian in the Walled Garden, vibrant, healthy twists on club classics in the Sun Pavilion, live performances and cosy cabanas in the Spanish Garden and late-night revelry in our den of decadence, the Biba Bar. Curated talks, debates, supper clubs and intimate celebrations in Esme's private villa. The Roof Gardens’ community is united by open-mindedness, optimism and kindness, not defined by background. The Role We are looking for a committed Sommelier to join The Roof Gardens team to deliver first class wine operations across our spaces. You will be working with a busy team carrying out all functions related to wine in the club. You will advise members/guests on their choices whilst providing an engaging, friendly, and charismatic service. You will ensure operations and processes are delivered by the team to ensure a first-class service, and furthermore, support excellent training opportunities for our team. Engaging with Members is essential, therefore a passion for delivering the highest levels of service is essential. Key Responsibilities: Operations & Service : Assist Senior Sommelier in managing wine lists and events for private dining, collaborating with Head Chefs and F&B Director/Managers. Oversee day-to-day wine operations, welcome guests warmly and providing them with personalised wine recommendations and pairings. Develop and implement wine training for F&B/FOH/Events teams, ensuring service excellence and professionalism. Finance & Inventory Management : Work closely with Senior Sommelier to achieve profitability and to meet revenue for your area. Analyse daily reports and set targets / suggest strategies and ideas to resolve adverse trends and improve sales if required. Help oversee inventory management and work with Stock Controller/Bars Manager to conduct regular stock take and audits. Maintenance & Compliance : Ensure the cellars and wine stores are safe and meticulously maintained to the highest standards. Complete opening and closing duties to ensure compliance and quality assurance of standards are maintained. Always ensure adherence to health & safety, food hygiene, fire regulations and licensing are followed and any other Company policy and procedure. Benefits Salary above market rate plus tronc 30 days (inc BH) holiday which increase by 1 with each complete year of service 1 extra day to celebrate YOU and another day to volunteer Free healthy meal during your shift Growth opportunities, both personally and professionally Breakout spaces where you can shower, securely leave your things, and relax with colleagues Uniform and laundry Zen, multi-faith space, and retreat Financial platform Wagestream Statutory pension contributions A safe journey home - £20 Uber Credit if you finish work between 12-5am We are a community united by attitude, curiosity and optimism, not defined by background. We celebrate individuality and free expression. It doesn't matter where you have come from, it's where you are going. The Roof Gardens is a welcoming place of acceptance where growth is nurtured, experiences are shared, stories are exchanged and ideas are born. If you’d like to join us on the next chapter of The Roof Gardens, we’d love to hear from you.