Sommelier Team Opportunities Assistant Sommelier - Junior Sommelier
Petersham
Nurseries is seeking passionate, service-driven Sommeliers to join our
award-winning restaurant teams in our Richmond & Notting Hill Locations.
Whether you are an experienced Head Sommelier, an accomplished Assistant
Sommelier, or an ambitious Junior Sommelier ready to grow, this is an
opportunity to work with one of London’s most distinctive wine programmes,
rooted in Italian heritage, seasonal cooking, and exceptional hospitality.
Working
alongside our Restaurant leadership and Petersham Cellar, you will play a key
role in delivering thoughtful, confident wine service, building guest
relationships, and contributing to a culture of learning, excellence, and
warmth.
About
the Role:
Depending
on experience, you will:
Act
as a brand ambassador for the Petersham wine collection
Deliver
confident, informed wine service that enhances the guest experience
Recommend
food and wine pairings in close collaboration with chefs and front-of-house
teams
Support
and develop wine knowledge across the service team through tastings, briefings,
and mentoring
Ensure
wines are served correctly, stored properly, and presented with care and
attention to detail
Assist
with cellar organisation, stock control, inventory, and supplier liaison
Liaise with Petersham Cellar on Wine List Developments, tasting notes, and seasonal
updates
Support
events, private dining, and special tastings
For
senior roles: lead service standards, training, sales performance, and stock
accountability
What
We’re Looking For:
·
A
genuine passion for wine, hospitality, and service
·
Strong
customer-facing skills with confidence engaging guests
·
Interest
or experience in Italian wines and regions
·
WSET
Level 2 minimum (or working towards) for junior roles; higher levels welcomed
for senior positions
·
Ability
to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment
·
Organised,
calm, and professional under pressure
·
Willingness
to learn, share knowledge, and grow within the role
·
Flexibility
to work weekends, bank holidays, and evenings
What
We Offer:
·
A
supportive, knowledgeable team environment with clear progression
·
Hands-on
involvement with an evolving, quality-driven wine programme
·
Regular
tastings, training, and development opportunities
·
The
chance to work within a values-led business focused on sustainability,
seasonality, and craft
·
Competitive
pay, staff benefits, and long-term growth potential
We look forward to hearing from you.
‘Please note, whilst we try to reply to all candidates, due to a high volume of applications this is not always possible’.