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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.
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Join us as a Junior Sommelier at CUT at 45 Park Lane, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024, 2025 & 2026. Number 1 in the UK ‘World’s Best Steak Restaurant’ and number 10 in the world. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success. We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.
When you join us as a Junior Sommelier at CUT at 45 Park Lane, you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.
As a Junior Sommelier, you'll enjoy your work and take pride in delighting our guests:
- Support the Sommelier Team: Help prepare, serve, and look after wine and drinks for guests, keep wine stations tidy, and handle bottles and glassware carefully.
- Deliver 5-Star Guest Service: Work with the team to give guests a luxury experience; answering questions, assisting with wine choices, and making sure service is smooth and professional.
The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Junior Sommelier, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.
- The operational hours of work: 2 PM to 11 PM / 12 PM to 10 PM
Essential Skills & Experience
- Detail-Oriented - Follow wine service steps accurately, check stock properly & store items carefully.
- Clear Communication - Speak clearly and can talk with guests & teammates.
- Teamwork - Can work closely with senior sommeliers, kitchen staff & waitstaff to make service smooth.
- Good Customer Service - Help guests, answer questions & make them feel welcome.
- Basic Organisation - Keep wine stations tidy and help set up/clean up before & after service.
- Willingness to Learn - Open to learning more about wine and service through training.
- Care with Wine and Glassware - Handle glassware carefully and safely.
Preferred Skills
- Some Wine Knowledge - Basic idea of grape types, wine regions, or how wines are served
- Fine Dining or Hotel Experience - Experience in high-end restaurant or luxury hotel
- Language Skills - Additional languages besides English for international guests
- Food & Wine Pairing Knowledge - You know a little about food & wine pairing or are eager to learn
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. 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 do call P&C team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.