We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Sommelier to join and lead
our talented team at a time when the company is expanding internationally.
COYA is a luxury lifestyle group with two venues in London; Mayfair and
in The City, and global venues across the Middle East, Monte Carlo, Mykonos,
Barcelona, and Marbella.
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Head
Sommelier to join and lead our successful wine team. The role of the Head
Sommelier is ensure the seamless running of the wine department by providing a
highly efficient and effective service tailored to the anticipated needs of the
customer and being a role model for the wine team.
If you have a passion for people and are able demonstrate knowledge of
exotic international wines as well as excellent organisational and managerial
skills, COYA might be your next step.
As Head Sommelier at COYA you can expect:
· On-going training program
and interactive induction.
· Excellent discounts at some
of London’s most prestigious high-end restaurants.
· A fun workplace and great
work-life balance.
· High street, leisure and
retail discounts
· 32 days paid holiday,
inclusive of Bank Holidays.
· Family meals twice a day,
every day of the week.
· External support help line
for all staff.
· Opportunities to transfer
overseas with COYA.
· Endless opportunities to
grow and develop as we really do believe in promoting talent from within the
business.
The ideal Head Sommelier candidate will have:
· A minimum of 2 years
experience in hospitality, fine dining would be preferable
· Certified sommelier or
successfully completed equivalent of WSET, Level 3 would be preferable
· Solid knowledge of French
and New World wines (South American and North American wines in particular
would be advantageous)
· Attention to detail with
good customer service
· A team player, pro-active
with a can do attitude
· Ability to work under
pressure
· Good command and
understanding of English with the ability to communicate confidently
· Committed to personal
development and a passion for working with people
If the Head Sommelier role sounds like you and you and want to be part
of our incredible team, please apply with your CV and tell us why you are the
perfect candidate for the job.
Eligibility
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
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