Salary: from £29,250 to £31,005
Gratuities are allocated on a points basis, depending on development tiers. Although variable, average levels are projected as being from £370 to £550 per month.
Hours: 45 hours per week.
Learn from the best.
Be part of a great team.
Work in a stunning location.
THE ROLE OF SOMMELIER @ SOURCE
We have two beautiful on site restaurants, and to complement our food offerings, we're looking for passionate individuals who have an interest for mixology, wine and Champagne. There will be a lot of guest contact, so it's crucial that you love that side of the job too
You will also work closely with our Executive Head Chef, Restaurant Manager and Head Sommelier to offer suitable wine pairings for our restaurants, to delight our guests by helping them choose the best wine to complement their food.
A Sommelier
* Possesses a professional, welcoming, and warm personality.
* Works with the Head Sommelier and chefs to ensure our aperitifs, digestifs and wine is aligned to our food and guest's tastes.
* Creates and updates the wine list in coordination with chefs and the Head Sommelier.
* Understands the guest, who they are, their expectations and how to effectively manage their part of the overall service experience to ensure repeat custom.
* Recommends food and wine pairings - advising guests on wines to suit their personal tastes and food choices.
* Informs guests about different varieties of wines and prices.
* Ensures wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware.
* Serves water, aperitifs, digestifs and wine, and clearing and replacing glassware as required.
* Manages wine cellar and ensures it's fully-stocked.
* Stores open bottles properly to maintain correct tastes.
* Ensures appropriate supply of clean glassware at all times.
* Updates waiting staff on available wines.
* Communicates clearly, professionally, and concisely.
* Identifies ways to improve sales or control cost.
Skills and Experience Required for the Role
* Possesses WSET level 2 or equivalent Sommelier qualifications.
* Takes pride in building rapport with your team, guests and suppliers.
* Works effectively as part of a team and individually.
* Trains wait staff on available wines.
LIVING AND WORKING IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
Work hard but really enjoy your days off? There's nowhere better to do that than in the beautiful Lake District. As well as the traditional hospitality jobs at Gilpin Hotel and Lake House, you can also be an accountant, an electrician, a marketeer, and much more… the opportunities are endless
LOVE & LAUGHTER - WE LOVE WHAT WE DO - JOIN US AS OUR SOMMELIER
Many of our guests come to Gilpin for very special celebrations, investing time, money, expectations, memories and feelings into their stay with us. Our job is to help create the magic, sowing the seeds for lasting happy memories with five star service, and a lot of love and laughter.
THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER - WE WILL TRAIN & DEVELOP YOU
Our aim is to grow and encourage our team to develop from the day they first join us, right through their time with us. We'll give every team member the skills and knowledge they need to do their jobs and will then support them to get the career they want. We are happy, delighted even, when people tell us they want to grow into new or different roles too.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?
SOCIAL
Staff social events, activities and parties throughout the year.
FOOD
Home-cooked meals on shift. A breakfast of toast and cereal is free, and available at all times. We also have snacks and tasty treats available throughout the day.
GYM MEMBERSHIP
Free use of a local gym fitness room and classes, swimming pool, steam room, sauna and hot tub.
TREATS - DINING & HOTEL STAYS
Discounted rates in our restaurants, as well as amazing opportunities to stay at other Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain hotels from just £150 per night
FRIENDSHIP & FUN
There are around 150 of us in Team Gilpin, but we're not a big international hotel. We love what we do and believe it's important to have a friendly warm atmosphere behind the scenes as well as out front. We are family run with a strong team of managers who really look after, look out for and nurture our teams. We have a lovely, friendly, close-knit team, where great friendships are made (often long term). We believe in enjoying what we do
Relocation assistance may be available.
Staff transport provided free between staff houses and hotel.
For more information see
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,250.00-£31,005.00 per year
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free or subsidised travel
* Gym membership
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person