Job Description

Oak View Group:Part of Oak View Group (OVG), Rhubarb is a premium hospitality collective specialising in luxury event catering, restaurant dining and hospitality. Rhubarb deliver unique dining and venue management at some of the worlds most iconic locations.About the Venue:Managed by Rhubarb, Sky Garden sits atop 20 Fenchurch Street, a.k.a. the Walkie Talkie Building, and houses two restaurants, two bars, a retail outlet, ground floor coffee kiosk and stunning event spaces.An iconic venue like no other, RHC proudly deliver a range of luxury dining options and flawless service to our spectacular, three-floor event venue and rooftop restaurant and bar experience.Fenchurch Restaurant, poised on level 37 of the iconic Sky Garden, showcases RHCs commitment to delivering culinary excellence and impeccable service. In acknowledgement of our ambition, Fenchurch has been awarded two AA rosettes as well as the Best of Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator Awards.Role Purpose:

• Up to 340,000 per annum
• A culinary oasis in the sky
• The finest British ingredients married with the vibrant flavours of the Caribbean

We are currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant Head Sommelier to join our team at Fenchurch Sky Garden. As an Assistant Head Sommelier, you will play a crucial role in the success of our wine department, providing expert guidance to guests and team, and contributing to the overall excellence of our dining experience as well as assisting the Head Sommelier, and Group Head of Wines with the curation of the wine list. If you have a passion for wine, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to be a valuable part of the experience.Requirements:
- Previous experience as a sommelier in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting.
- Strong knowledge of wines, regions, and varietals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Impeccable grooming and presentation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Certification from a recognized wine education program is advantageous.Benefits:
- Generous discount off your bill (including drinks), when dining in one of our restaurants across the Group
- Unrivalled opportunities for progression across the Group
- 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service up to 5 extra days
- Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral
- Reward programmes, long service awards, and staff recognition and incentives
Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality in one of the most venues in town.Our Inclusion Commitments:RHC is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, wed love to hear from you.If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work:As part of the recruitment process, you will need to prove your eligibility to work in the UK.All applicants will receive a response.

Oak View Group