We are on the lookout for a Sommelier to join our bunch.
Who are We:
Located in Newbury, Berkshire, just off junction 13 on the M4 and 55 minutes away from London by train, The Vineyard is a 5 red star hotel. Its name originates from the owner’s vineyard in California. With 49 luxurious bedrooms and suites, 4 meeting rooms and one of the most relaxing spas in the country.
As an employer, The Vineyard Group offers support, training and development opportunities to help your career flourish. The Vineyard is a 5* Hotel, Restaurant and Spa, we work to support, understand and respect each other and our guests whilst providing an excellent standard in everything we do.
The Sommelier Role
We are currently recruiting for a Sommelier to join our Hotel on a full time, permanent contract, working 42.5 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days, as a 365 day business you may be required to work evenings/weekends/bank holidays. We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking Sommelier who assisting the Sommeliers team for the smooth day-to-day running. In order to be successful in this role as a Sommelier you will have a real passion for wine, will be confident and will have a qualification of WSET with experience, preferably within a 4/5* Hotel environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
· To ensure each service is organised and prepared for in a professional manner
· To ensure all equipment is cleaned, maintained and cared for on a daily basis
· To ensure your station and guests are served speedily, correctly and in a professional, courteous and informative way.
· To accept, store and keep secure stock and deliveries at all times
· To communicate all feedback, issues and compliments and to effectively deal with them as necessary
· To be able to advise guests on suitable wines and beverages before, during and after their meal, based on their choice of food, preferences and budget.
· To attend and arrange training sessions, tastings and seminars where possible
· To keep the cellars and storage areas neat, tidy and safe as per company regulations.
· To abide by Health and Safety Regulations as required by Law
What’s in it for you?
· Early Pay– instant access to your wages.
· Perk Platform – discounts on the high street from cinema tickets to home improvements and so much more!
· Service charge (a BIG one)
· Well-being - Employee Assistance Programme, including a 24hr helpline and up to 6 counselling sessions.
· HUGE discounts at our 3 hotels.
· GREAT discounts at hotels in the UK and around the world in the Classis British, Pride of Britain and Relais & Chateaux collections.
· Discounted gym membership at our Health Club & Spa
· 50% off Spa treatments and Products (or free treatments if you don’t mind being trained on!)
· Excellent discounts on wine (we have a lot of wine!)
· Team recognition, celebrating the Best of the Bunch - the top prize is a trip to our winery in California.
· Long Service Awards
· Holiday allowance starting at 28 days rising to 33
· Recommend a Friend Scheme
· Team Events and activities – V Fest, Christmas Parties, departmental outings and pop up treats throughout the year!
· Free Car parking
· Cycle to work scheme
· A Home – live in accommodation
· Training and Development
Worried you don’t have the experience? Fear not – if you are outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic then we have the skills to teach you. All you need is a grape personality!
So if you love the sound of being a Sommelier with us and you want to join our bunch, don’t hang about, get in touch, we would love to hear from you.