Sommelier Gaia London

Sommelier Gaia Restaurant London

Gaia Restaurant the renowned Greek-Mediterranean dining destination in Mayfair is looking for an experienced and passionate Sommelier to join our team.

As Sommelier you will play a key role in elevating the guest experience curating memorable wine journeys and sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with both guests and colleagues. Working closely with the Head Sommelier youll help ensure the wine programme reflects the elegance and high standards of Gaia.

What we offer:

18.00 per hour tips
Opportunities for growth and development
Ongoing training tastings and progression
A dynamic and supportive working environment

Responsibilities:

Deliver exceptional wine service in line with Gaia Restaurant standards
Provide engaging recommendations and pairings for guests
Support and lead staff training to build wine knowledge and confidence
Assist with stock control cellar organisation and supplier coordination
Maintain a consistently high level of service and attention to detail

Who are we

Established in 2011 Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the regions leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands the group develops elevated home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region whilst exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world. Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world where we understand the essential elements needed to execute experience driven lifestyle concepts on an international scale. The collection of brands within the portfolio include globally acclaimed concepts Gaia Shanghai Me Alaya La Maison Ani Piatti and Izu Burger as well as international franchises Scalini Dubai Scalini Riyadh Cipriani Dubai and Cipriani Dolci UAE. Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe with ongoing expansion of the groups concepts into the GCC Europe UK and USA. Dubai will further see the launch of new home grown concepts as Fundamental Hospitality continues to cement itself as the leading innovator in the hospitality industry.

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Requirements:

Proven experience as a Sommelier or in a wine-focused role within a high-end or fine-dining environment
Strong understanding of global wine regions and pairings
WSET Level 2 or above preferred
Confident communicator with a warm professional presence
Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences