Senior Sommelier

Senior Sommelier

The Thesleff Group | London

The Thesleff Group is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Sommelier to join our growing team in London.

Home to some of the city's most exciting hospitality concepts, The Thesleff Group is dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences through outstanding food, beverage, and service. Our portfolio of restaurants and bars is built on innovation, quality, and a people-first culture, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable wine professional to play an important role within a dynamic hospitality group, working alongside experienced teams and contributing to the development of our wine offering across a range of premium venues.

The Role

As Senior Sommelier, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional wine service, supporting the development of our wine programmes, and helping create memorable experiences for our guests.

You will work closely with management and front-of-house teams to ensure wine service standards remain consistently high while supporting training, cellar management, and guest engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional wine service and personalised recommendations to guests.
• Support the development and maintenance of wine lists across the group.
• Collaborate with management and culinary teams on wine pairing opportunities and seasonal menu initiatives.
• Assist in managing wine inventory, stock control, and cellar organisation.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and distributors.
• Support and mentor front-of-house teams through regular wine training and education.
• Stay informed on wine trends, regions, producers, and emerging styles.
• Help drive beverage sales while maintaining excellent guest satisfaction.
• Uphold the highest standards of service, professionalism, and hospitality.

About You

• Previous experience in a Sommelier or Senior Sommelier role within a quality restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of wines, wine regions, grape varieties, and food pairing principles.
• Excellent communication and guest engagement skills.
• A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with stock management and cellar operations is advantageous.

Qualifications & Experience

• Wine qualifications or ongoing wine studies are welcomed but not essential.
• A genuine passion for wine and continuous learning is highly valued.
• Hospitality experience and a guest-focused mindset are just as important as formal qualifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Study support and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Generous staff discounts across The Thesleff Group venues.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing hospitality group.
• Regular wine tastings, supplier masterclasses, and educational training sessions.
• Internal competitions and incentive programmes designed to recognise and reward talent.
• Opportunities to participate in wine and hospitality-focused trips across Europe and internationally, including visits to producers, vineyards, and industry events.
• Exposure to a diverse range of wines, producers, and premium hospitality concepts.
• A supportive, people-focused culture that encourages learning, growth, and creativity.

The opportunity to work alongside passionate hospitality professionals in some of London's most exciting venues.

If you are passionate about wine, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Join The Thesleff Group and be part of a team that is redefining modern hospitality in London.