Sommelier – Gaia Restaurant, London
Gaia Restaurant, the renowned Greek-Mediterranean dining destination in Mayfair, is looking for an experienced and passionate Sommelier to join our team.
As Sommelier, you will play a key role in elevating the guest experience, curating memorable wine journeys, and sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with both guests and colleagues. Working closely with the Head Sommelier, you’ll help ensure the wine programme reflects the elegance and high standards of Gaia.
What we offer:
· £18.00 per hour + tips
· Opportunities for growth and development
· Ongoing training, tastings, and progression
· A dynamic and supportive working environment
Responsibilities:
· Deliver exceptional wine service in line with Gaia Restaurant standards
· Provide engaging recommendations and pairings for guests
· Support and lead staff training to build wine knowledge and confidence
· Assist with stock control, cellar organisation, and supplier coordination
· Maintain a consistently high level of service and attention to detail
Who are we?
Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the regions leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands, the group develops elevated, home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region, whilst exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world. Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined, where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world, where we understand the essential elements needed to execute experience driven lifestyle concepts on an international scale. The collection of brands within the portfolio include globally acclaimed concepts Gaia, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti and Izu Burger, as well as international franchises, Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai, and Cipriani Dolci UAE. Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe, with ongoing expansion of the group’s concepts into the GCC, Europe, UK, and USA. Dubai will further see the launch of new home grown concepts as Fundamental Hospitality continues to cement itself as the leading innovator in the hospitality industry.
Website: http://www.fundamentalhospitality.com
Requirements:
· Proven experience as a Sommelier or in a wine-focused role within a high-end or fine-dining environment
· Strong understanding of global wine regions and pairings
· WSET Level 2 or above preferred
· Confident communicator with a warm, professional presence
· Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences