Head Sommelier

Who are we?

Maison Estelle is a private members’ club set in a Grade I-listed Georgian townhouse on Grafton Street, Mayfair. A ‘hosted home’, bringing people together that have plenty to say and nothing to prove. A new school club (no rules), with old school values of personalised service and discretion.

At
Estelle
, we prioritise your well‑being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates and biannual socials. Nurture your well‑being with stocked colleague spaces and staff food. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are
valued
,
supported
, and
celebrated
.

Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging across both Estelle Manor and Maison Estelle. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across Ennismore brand.
• Birthday day off
• Goes without saying, but we will feed you during your shift.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.

The key responsibilities for this role will include but are not limited to:

• Managing the day-to‑day operations and activities within the members club ensuring the team deliver an exceptional hosted experience for our members.
• Overseeing the preparation of all wines and ensure quality and consistency of product is always in line with our members club standards.
• Recommending food and wine pairings to our members.
• Advising members on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices.
• Informing members about different varieties of wines and prices.
• Ensuring wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware and in the correct manner.
• Providing direction to the Sommelier team during service.
• Storing opened bottles properly to maintain adequate taste.
• Managing wine cellar and ensure it is stocked as requested.
• Training junior colleagues and other F&B colleagues on available wines and also make sure that they have good knowledge of the wine list.
• Maintaining all department control procedures ensuring the safe delivery of all food and beverage related products in line with UK food safety and health and safety legislation.
• Being an ambassador for our members club who embodies our values and commitment to all teams.
• Suggesting changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, cost reductions and to improve our member experience.
• Having good communication skills and proficiently liaising with all departments on an ongoing basis retaining close and professional relationships.

• WSET Diploma or CMS Advanced
• At least 3 years proven experience in a Sommelier role within a luxury / lifestyle hospitality business.
• Excellent time‑management skills; comfortable prioritising what is important during busy periods.
• Obsessive about wine
• You are an inspiring leader who relishes taking responsibility for running the Wine department.
• A balance between a methodical and process‑driven approach and flexibility and creativity when it comes to meeting deadlines and finding solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable talking to colleagues, senior management, and coming front of house to talk to members.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting.