Sommelier – Fenchurch Restaurant – London (London) Job at City of London Full Time

Sommelier – Fenchurch Restaurant – LondonOak View Group:

Part of Oak View Group (OVG), Rhubarb is a premium hospitality collective specialising in luxury event catering, restaurant dining and hospitality. Rhubarb deliver unique dining and venue management at some of the worlds most iconic locations.

About the Venue:

Managed by Rhubarb, Sky Garden sits atop 20 Fenchurch Street, a.k.a. the Walkie Talkie Building, and houses two restaurants, two bars, a retail outlet, ground floor coffee kiosk and stunning event spaces.

An iconic venue like no other, RHC proudly deliver a range of luxury dining options and flawless service to our spectacular, three-floor event venue and rooftop restaurant and bar experience.

Fenchurch Restaurant, poised on level 37 of the iconic Sky Garden, showcases RHC’s commitment to delivering culinary excellence and impeccable service. In acknowledgement of our ambition, Fenchurch has been awarded two AA rosettes as well as the Best of Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator Awards.

Role Purpose:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Sommelier to join our team at Fenchurch Sky Garden. If you have a passion for wine, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering top notch service, we invite you to be a valuable part of the experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the Head Sommelier in the daily running of the wine departmen
• Delivering exceptional wine service, ensuring an outstanding guest experience at all times
• Advising guests confidently on wine pairings, recommendations, and regional knowledge
• Ensuring correct storage and handling of wines to maintain quality
• Maintaining high service standards in line with the brand and venue expectations

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a sommelier in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of wines, regions, and varietals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Certification from a recognized wine education program is advantageous.

Good to know

Up to 16 per hour

Benefits

• Exposure to high-profile brand collaborations and large-scale activations.
• Structured development and future progression opportunities within RHC.
• Meal allowance per shift.
• Corporate gym discount.
• 40% discount across all RHC venues.

Our Inclusion Commitments:

RHC is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence.

Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we’d love to hear from you.

If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work:

As part of the recruitment process, you will need to prove your eligibility to work in the UK.

All applicants will receive a response.