Assistant Head Sommelier

Your Role:

Our Beverage offering is beautifully and originally created, and frequently updated according to season and trends. We are now looking for a Assistant Head Sommelier to oversee our beverage compliment across our stunning restaurant

You will be the ambassador and educator for each of our guests, pairing together the most suitable wine & beverages on offer whilst they dine. Assisting in the culture of passion and enthusiasm for wine/sake. Acting as a role model to all new employees and cultivating an excellent working partnership between the restaurant team and Sommelier team.

Service is always at the forefront so it’s essential for you to be exceptionally welcoming, dynamic and very friendly. Our guests choose SUSHISAMBA London for a memorable experience, and you will be part of making each experience that extra special.

Your Rewards:

As a Assistant Head Sommelier we don’t just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at work, these benefits include:

• Highly competitive salary
• 50% Discount on food and drink for up to 6 people to use in SUSHISAMBA® or Duck & Waffle restaurants
• 28 day’s holiday allowance
• Complimentary meal and drink during shifts 
• Cycle to work scheme
• 'Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme
• Employee of the month rewards
• Internal Training and career development
• Pension Scheme – including employer contributions
• Yearly Staff award ceremony and party

Your Requirements:

As a Assistant Head Sommelier we would love you to have:

• At least 4 years as Senior Sommelier with knowledge of wine and beverages
• Experience working in a similar fast-paced environment
• The ability to lead a team of Junior Sommeliers
• Customer focus - demonstrating exceptional guest service
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• A willingness to learn and grow within the business
• The ability to maintain and set processes and standards

Your Restaurant:

SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil and Peru. The menus are a mix of new and signature dishes with an emphasis on bold flavours, the finest ingredients and artful presentations. SUSHISAMBA is operated by Sushi Samba Group, which oversees locations in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Doha, Bahrain & Singapore.