Sommelier - Alain Ducasse

Position Overview

Who we are

Our Hotels

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email careers.dc@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process. Please note that we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries about update
  

Reference

2021-2595  

Your future, our legacy

Division & Department

Food & Beverage - Restaurant

Job Title

Sommelier - Alain Ducasse

Contract Type

Permanent

Status

Full time

Position Overview

Our Sommeliers are the rock stars of our hotel! Entrusted with assisting and supporting our Head Sommelier, and recommending wine varieties to our guests. Though skillfully trained, they never lose sight of their ultimate reasonability, to create lifelong memories for our guests.

We are offering a competitive salary of £31,000 per annum, plus service charge

What you'll get

Our success is a result of our employees. We believe that everyone part of our team should share the rewards. For this position, here are just some of the benefits you will receive: 

  • Competitive salary and employee bonus scheme

  • Complimentary stays in our hotels, subject to availability with breakfast included

  • World-class training and development

  • 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants within Dorchester Collection

  • Complimentary laundry service

  • Access to our online benefits and discounts platform

  • Complimentary Chiropodist foot treatments and back rubs

  • Recognition schemes including our employee of the month programme

  • Social events throughout the year, including our summer boat party and winter ball

  • Complimentary meal whilst on shift at our staff restaurant

  • Employee Introductory Scheme - £750

What you'll do

A day in the life of our Sommelier demands high levels of energy. They need consistency even though the days are never alike; and creativity to tackle daily adventures. Listing all of the contributions that our Sommeliers accomplish would be lengthy but the list below is essential to know.  

  • Our Sommelier are responsible for recommending our exceptional wines to our guests for every occasion during their day. This will include  selecting wines and creating drink lists, managing stock, as well as serving wine orders efficiently and in a timely manner all to ensure our guests receives nothing but the best experience

  • Sometimes our guests have special requests involving dietary requirements, wine preferences and even special occasions. Most of these requests are fulfilled by our Sommelier. 

  • Our values of Personality, Passion, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day.  The purpose of our Sommelier is to live their behaviours to continue to create our legacy. 

  • Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. Our Sommelier must communicate with other departments and extended hotel team in order to ensure the alignment remains.

What you'll bring

All of our employees are ambassadors of our Vision, Values and culture. Our Sommeliers do this with all they do.

  • We encourage the unique personalities and passions of our employees, working together; as a team, a hotel and Collection

  • Our guests forge our legacy. Knowing and understanding them is our goal, valuing kindness over process.

  • In a fast-moving world, we remain consistent and relevant, requiring flexibility from everyone on the team.

  • English is the primary language used in our hotel. Our Sommeliers must feel comfortable communicating in this language.  

 

*Please note: a points-based immigration system affecting the eligibility to apply to work in the UK has been introduced from 1 January 2021, and this role does/does not provide visa sponsorship. Based on this new system:

·  Applicants with Irish citizenship, an indefinite leave to enter the UK or an indefinite leave to remain in the UK are eligible to apply to work in the UK.

· EU, EEA or Swiss citizens who already lived in the UK by 31 December 2020 need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme by 30 June 2021 and obtain a settled or pre-settled status to continue living and working in the UK after this date.

All other nationalities that require a visa to be eligible to work in the UK will continue. Please refer to the official government website for further information.

Position location

Job Location

United Kingdom

Location

53 Park Lane, Mayfair W1K 1QA London