Sommelier – Fish
Shop Restaurant, Ballater
The award-winning Fish
Shop Restaurant in Ballater is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Sommelier
to join our team.
Working within a
close-knit and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in ensuring
our wine offering remains exceptional. From sourcing and selecting wines to
suggesting pairings and engaging with our guests, you will help maintain and
evolve our carefully curated wine list to a world-class standard.
Key
Responsibilities
* Maintaining and
developing the restaurant’s wine selection through sourcing, tasting, and
comparison
* Preparing and
setting up for daily service
* Delivering seamless
wine service during lunch and dinner
* Supporting the team
during service, as required
* Sharing your
knowledge and enthusiasm with guests, enhancing their overall dining experience
* Upholding the
highest standards of cleanliness and presentation
About You
Our ideal candidate
will bring:
* Proven experience
in a similar hospitality or restaurant setting
* A genuine passion
for wine and continuous learning
* Confidence,
initiative, and excellent communication skills
* A commitment to
maintaining high service standards
* WSET certification
(desirable)
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
plus generous TRONC and service charge
* 30 days annual
leave
* Complimentary
annual guest experience for you and a guest
* Enhanced pension
scheme
* Free meals and
drinks while on shift
* Generous
Artfarm-wide employee discounts (including locations across the UK, Europe, and
the US)
* Enhanced life
assurance
* Health benefits,
including a health cash plan
* Employee Assistance
Programme
* Tailored career
development opportunities to support your goals
About Fish Shop
Inspired by the
heritage of the Scottish fishing industry, the Fish Shop Restaurant and
Fishmonger in Ballater offers a relaxed and welcoming environment for both
locals and visitors alike.
Our “catch to
plate” philosophy ensures that both our menu and fishmonger selection are
driven by the freshest daily landings from trusted suppliers—celebrating
provenance, seasonality, and simplicity.
The 40-cover
restaurant offers a unique dining experience, with seating options that
include:
* The bar
* A bespoke clinker-built fishing boat table
* Banquettes beneath a striking woven fish installation by a local
artist
Recent awards
include the Michelin Bib Gourmand, as well as Best Eating Experience at the Aberdeen
City & Shire Thistle Awards.
Join Us
If you’re
passionate about wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences,
we’d love to hear from you.