Sommelier
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Cavalry & Guards Club is a Private Members Club that represents history, tradition, timeless elegance and quiet efficiency plus that all-important personal touch. This gracious building, which is more a home than an institution, is situated at the Hyde Park Corner end of Piccadilly, in the heart of Mayfair, with wonderful views of Green Park.
Responsibilities
- Delivering an effective wine and beverage service in the restaurant
- Full knowledge of the wine list in order to assist guest with their choices, being able to make appropriate recommendations where necessary
- To be aware of how each dish is prepared and the ingredients used, developing your knowledge as the menu changes.
- Provide charismatic, warm and engaging service with the aim to deliver a memorable experience for all our guests
- Guide and support junior members of the team during service to ensure necessary standards are being met and exceeded
- Ensure guests in your section always have necessary wine, water or other beverages throughout their experience
- Have a love for wines & spirits and passion for developing your knowledge further
- Have equal passion for food and hospitality
- WSET 3 or equivalent an advantage
- To be on duty on time and always be presented in a clean and smart manner, ensuring uniform is smartly dressed and shoes are polished.
- To attend and participate in any training and personal development schemes as recommended by your manager.
- To comply with all the company’s Health and Safety requirements.
- To show initiative and demonstrate a strong interest in the latest trends of the industry
Benifits
· Medical insurance after 1 year of service
· Company Events
· Free meals on duty
· Sick pay
· 22 days of holiday (not including bank holidays)
· Chance to grow within the company
· Pension scheme
· Support to achieve your full potential
· Permanent contract of employment
· Yearly staff fund
· Annual salary review
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sommelier roles across The Cavalry and Guards Club's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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