Job Description

This include an element of service charge and equates to approximately 47,500 to 51,500 per year


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced full-time Assistant Head

Sommelier

to join Head Sommelier Monica Bacchiocchi and our Bar/Wine team at Wiltons on Jermyn Street,Green Park.

Why join the Wiltons team?

Offering approx

20.30 to 22.10

per hour or

47,500 to 51,500

per annum plus yearly bonus Approx. 45 hours a week with 2 days off The restaurant is closed on Saturday lunches,Sundays,10 days over Christmas,4 days over the Easter weekend and Bank holidays 28 days holidays (inc. bank holidays) + additional days given for years of service Training & development opportunities including company funded courses Career progression planning with platform 'Flow Hospitality' Growth opportunities within both restaurants in the company 50% discount in each restaurant within the group (Franco's and Wiltons) Company pension scheme & Company sickness pay Uniforms provided and laundered Delicious meals whilst on duty Recommend a friend Scheme Employee of the month and the year rewards Annual staff party

Who are we?

Since Wiltons was established in 1742,it has consistently enjoyed a reputation as the epitome of fine British dining in London. Located on Jermyn Street between Green Park and Piccadilly,Wiltons is a family-owned restaurant with a sister venue:Franco's also on Jermyn Street. Both are managed by Director Jason Phillips who has worked at the Savoy,the Avenue and C London.



Wiltons combines a modern philosophy on service with all that is traditionally British to create the perfect dining experience. The atmosphere is perfectly matched with the immaculately prepared wild fish,shellfish,and game in season and meat dishes sourced from the finest farms.



The restaurant compromises of a bar area,a main dining room divided in 3 sections and a Private Dining room named the Jimmy Mark's Room that can also be used as additional seating for the restaurant. Wiltons is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday and dinner on Saturdays. For more information,please visit our website www.wiltons.co.uk

What can you bring to the team?

Previous experience as an Assistant Head Sommelier or Senior Sommelier in a similar establishment,catering for 80 to 100 covers during each service Good management,training and delegation skills Extensive knowledge of the different grape varieties and wine styles,spirits and classic cocktails is required Experience in carrying out and monitoring stock levels and then placing orders Experience in maintaining drinks menus Being able to recommend wines based on chosen dishes and the information provided by the guest Have experience and a good awareness of opportunities to improving sales and an ability to anticipate guest needs Exceptional customer service and communication skill Understanding of the winemaking process Motivation,commitment,success orientated with a 'can do' attitude Enthusiasm,drive & desire to learn WSET certification Level 3 or equivalent would be beneficial Knowledge of Stocktake Online and Squirrel/Acorn would be beneficial


Right to work in the UK is a requirement. Please note we are currently unable to provide sponsorship for the moment.



Applications without a CV will not be considered. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days,your application is unlikely to have been successful on this occasion.