Junior Sommelier

Junior Sommelier - The Trafalgar St. James

Part of Crimson Hotels, The Trafalgar St. James, Curio Collection by Hilton is a 5 Star hotel with 131 bedrooms including 15 suites, and a number of venues consisting of our unique The Rooftop Bar and Rockwell that pride themselves in the quality of service that they provide.

The Role

The key purpose of your role is to ensure the outlet consistently deliver high levels of customer service, and to deliver the required profit margins while continually driving revenues.

You will also - but not be limited to:

• Maintain an extensive wine list and manage stock.


• Provide recommendations to guests, suggesting wine pairings that enhance their dining experience.


• Collaborate with the management team to contribute to the overall success of the restaurant.


• Provide wine training sessions for staff to enhance their wine knowledge and service skills.


• Willingness to learn and develop your skills in the art of wine service.


• To be fully conversant with the facilities, services and special promotions offered by the hotel and to pass this information on to the guest whenever possible to maximize hotel sales.


• Ensure all Health & Safety, stocktaking and audits are taking place.


• To support other functions and shifts as required.


• Provide support for other F&D outlets to cover peak business times, holidays and absences.


• Establish and maintain strict security procedures within your department.


• To ensure a sound knowledge of the local area regarding history, places of interest and special events and where further information can be obtained.

About you

• A passion for wine and a desire to pursue a career as a sommelier.


• A highly motivated and results-oriented with an experience in a fast-paced restaurant and/or bar environment.


• Exceptional customer service skills with a deep understanding of guest needs and expectations.


• Must have excellent knowledge of food, wine and cocktail. Also, must be passionate about food and beverage trends, with a commitment share the knowledge with the team.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

The Trafalgar St James

The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton, is an iconic London hotel with unique restaurants and bars poised on the edge of St. James and Trafalgar Square but moments from Soho, Mayfair, and the West End. This luxury lifestyle hotel blends innovative bold designs and thoughtful service with excellent dining and nightlife, entertaining both international visitors and Londoners under the same roof.

Why join the Trafalgar St James Team? Benefits and perks.

Working at The Trafalgar St. James has its perks. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a range and benefits, including:

• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan


• Go Hilton - Discount program for you, your friends & family to stay in over 7,200 Hilton portfolio of hotels around the world starting from £40 a night


• Life Assurance Scheme


• Pension Scheme


• Complimentary meals on duty


• Opportunities for internal career progression


• Dry cleaning and uniform laundering on duty


• Professional training and development opportunities


• Paid birthday day off


• Employee recognition programmes to celebrate your achievements


• Refer a Friend incentive


• Discounts in our F&B Outlets: Rockwell and The Rooftop


• MyCrimson Rewards - Cashback and discount platform for online and in-store shopping

Our team is very diverse. From newcomers making their way to the industry to some of the most experienced professionals in London. We promote a strong culture where quality interactions, excellent service and fun dominates our day to day. We describe ourselves as a brand personality. If these traits resonate with your own personality, then The Trafalgar St James is for you.

Eligibility:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Crimson Hotels is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 11/30/2024