Assistant Junior Sommelier at The Waterside Inn in Bray, Berkshire

The Waterside Inn is an awarded Michelin star family-run restaurant with rooms, with a steadfast team of staff and a dedicated Chef Patron, Alain Roux, at its helm, always looking to the future yet remaining true to its founding principles. To find out more go to our website www.waterside-inn.co.uk

We are looking for a full-time Assistant Junior Sommelier to join our dynamic team.

Reporting to: Mr Frederic Poulette the General Manager.

Hours: Working week – Wednesday to Sunday lunch-time – 55 hours a week.

Responsibilities

Supporting the Head Sommelier in developing our food and wine pairings and providing wine knowledge and training to the Front-of-House team
Assisting in management of our 1300-bin wine list and cellar, all of which are available by the glass
Being the face of The Waterside Inn in the restaurant. Delivering our ethos and values to ensure a memorable customer experience
Providing the attention to detail that we need to push standards forward
Ensuring high levels of customer service at all times to always meet our guest’s expectations to enhance and maintain The Waterside Inn reputation
Building a strong product knowledge so our food, beverages and ethos can be communicated to guests
Working with the FOH management and kitchen to ensure clear communication to enhance the guest experience

Characteristics

Be a team player
A great communicator
Precise on detail and have great customer service skills

Experience

Minimum 2 years of relative Michelin star experience required
English language essential.
EU Settlement Status required if applicable.

Growth

The successful applicant will be provided with a good competitive salary (based on experience). Depending, on your work performance there is a possibility of promotion and growth.

Rest Days

All day Monday & Tuesday and Sunday evenings
Staff Set Annual Holidays: Summer 2- week holidays from the 14 August 2023 to 28th August 2023
December & January annual holidays from the 19th of December 2023 until the Reopening on January 17th January 2024 – 18th January 2024

Benefits