Sommelier

Sommelier Team Opportunities - Assistant Sommelier / Junior Sommelier

Petersham Nurseries is seeking passionate, service-driven Sommeliers to join our award winning restaurant teams in our Richmond & Notting Hill Locations. Whether you are an experienced Head Sommelier, an accomplished Assistant Sommelier, or an ambitious Junior Sommelier ready to grow, this is an opportunity to work with one of London's most distinctive wine programmes, rooted in Italian heritage, seasonal cooking, and exceptional hospitality.

Working alongside our Restaurant leadership and Petersham Cellar, you will play a key role in delivering thoughtful, confident wine service, building guest relationships, and contributing to a culture of learning, excellence, and warmth.

About the Role

Depending on experience, you will:

• Act as a brand ambassador for the Petersham wine collection
• Deliver confident, informed wine service that enhances the guest experience
• Recommend food and wine pairings in close collaboration with chefs and front of house teams
• Support and develop wine knowledge across the service team through tastings, briefings, and mentoring
• Ensure wines are served correctly, stored properly, and presented with care and attention to detail
• Assist with cellar organisation, stock control, inventory, and supplier liaison
• Liaise with Petersham Cellar on Wine List Developments, tasting notes, and seasonal updates
• Support events, private dining, and special tastings
• For senior roles: lead service standards, training, sales performance, and stock accountability

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for wine, hospitality, and service
• Strong customer facing skills with confidence engaging guests
• Interest or experience in Italian wines and regions
• WSET Level 2 minimum (or working towards) for junior roles; higher levels welcomed for senior positions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, detail focused environment
• Organised, calm, and professional under pressure
• Willingness to learn, share knowledge, and grow within the role
• Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays, and evenings

What We Offer

• A supportive, knowledgeable team environment with clear progression
• Hands on involvement with an evolving, quality driven wine programme
• Regular tastings, training, and development opportunities
• The chance to work within a values led business focused on sustainability, seasonality, and craft
• Competitive pay, staff benefits, and long term growth potential

We look forward to hearing from you.

Compensation: Competitive salary