Head Sommelier - Grantley, Ripon

Hours: Full Time - 48 hours per week

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK

Nestled within the rolling North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a historic property dating back to the 17th century that offers a seamless fusion of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A member of Relais & Chateaux and PoB Hotels, the five-star hotel boasts an impressive array of 47 opulent bedrooms and suites. Complemented by a selection of five indulgent restaurants and three exquisite bars, combined with an award-winning spa and cutting-edge gym, Grantley Hall stands out as a uniquely distinctive luxury hotel experience

Key Responsibilities

• Capable of creating, purchase and manage a cellar of 300 wines plus
• Inspire and train staff from your wine knowledge and experience
• Help with food service, when possible, with the restaurant team
• Making sure the wine and drinks service is at the highest level
• Train and develop the staff using the company procedures
• To deliver wine events and tastings to our customers
• Overseeing and ordering of stock, keeping prices up to date on the EPOS system
• Help push sales to gain the best possible profit for the restaurant
• Responsible for H&S, FSA requirements, Allergy Laws and Hygiene ratings

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Team player
• Previous experience in a five star hotel
• Be passionate about delivering the highest levels of service to our guest in an engaging way
• Perform wine decanting in a professional manner
• Ability to work under pressure
• Well organised with great attention to detail
• To have a proven track record in building a notable wine list
• To be qualified to level 3 WSET or CMS
• To ensure areas are always clean and tidy
• To deal with customer complaints immediately and effectively
• Ability to pass your enthusiasm to guests and team members alike
• Well-presented and well-mannered

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits and have excellent opportunities for career development and provide exceptional training programmes for all employees:

• Tips typically over £200 per month (£2,400 per year)
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whites
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty
• Refer a Friend bonus - Earn up to £1000
• Complimentary employee car parking
• Complimentary state of the art onsite gym - with personal trainer support
• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service
• Professional development opportunities at all levels
• Reimbursement on work shoes, sight tests and professional memberships
• Modern and spacious live in accommodation for eligible roles
• Grantley Gateway - discounts on supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, meals out, local attractions and cash back on online purchases
• We celebrate success. With an annual awards ceremony as well team events and incentives. Throughout the year we also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, marriages, new babies and length of service awards.
• External team assistance line along with wellbeing champions onsite
• Team Member of the Month Awards
• Discount on Grantley Halls Restaurants, Spa products and Gift Shop
• Discounted stays at Grantley Hall, as well as other Relais & Chateaux and Pride of Britain Hotels
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Wagestream, allowing you to instantly access your wages.
• Simplyhealth - Health cash plan