Sommelier

Responsibilities

• Capable of creating, purchasing and managing a cellar of 300 wines plus inspiring and training staff from your wine knowledge and experience.
• Help with food service when possible, working with the restaurant team.
• Responsible for maintaining good staff welfare.
• Ensure the wine and drinks service is at the highest level.
• Make recommendations of food and wine pairings.
• Train and develop staff using company procedures.
• Deliver wine events and tastings to guests.
• Manage and take ownership of the cellars and distribution of stock.
• Push sales to achieve the best possible profit for the restaurant.

• Team player.
• Previous experience as a sommelier.
• Passionate about delivering the highest levels of service to guests in an engaging way.
• Perform wine decanting in a professional manner.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Well organised with great attention to detail.
• Qualified to Level 2 WSET or CMS.
• Ensure areas are always clean and tidy.
• Pass enthusiasm to guests and team members alike.
• Well presented and well‑mannered.

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five‑star, 17th‑century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award‑winning spa, and a cutting‑edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience.

The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

• A monthly service charge – typically £2,400 annually.
• 31 days holiday, increasing to 33 days with length of service.
• Access to earnings before payday (Wagestream).
• Free parking.
• Complimentary meals when on duty.
• Discounted modern and spacious live‑in accommodation.
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities – Team member of the month awards, BBQs, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs.
• Grantley Hall discounts – 50% off food, 20% off beverage, 100% B&B for employees (150% B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products.
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees to do more with their money and help their wellbeing by providing access to a wide range of standout wellbeing support.
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels.
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance.
• Free sight tests for those eligible.
• On‑site Team Gym with professional induction.
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1,000.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’.
• Grantley Academy to support your development.
• Annual paid volunteering days.