Senior Sommelier

We are now looking for a Sommelier to join the iconic Hell’s Kitchen – Washington DC. Our two-story waterfront restaurant sits in The Wharf with beautiful views overlooking the Potomac River serving iconic Chef Ramsay dishes like Beef Wellington, Pan-Seared Scallops & Lobster Risotto. As Sommelier, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the wine narrative of the restaurant — curating exceptional guest experiences, driving revenue through strategic upselling, and ensuring our wine program reflects the world class hospitality standards of Hell’s Kitchen & Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Global.

• Proven experience as a Sommelier or in a senior wine-focused role within a high-volume, premium, or fine dining restaurant
• Strong knowledge of global wine regions, varietals, producers, and current industry trends
• Demonstrated success in upselling wines and driving revenue
• Experience with wine inventory management and stock control systems
• Confidence in engaging guests with informative, enthusiastic, and personalized recommendations
• Strong understanding of restaurant service standards and day-to-day restaurant operations
• WSET Level 2 or above (Level 3 or equivalent preferred)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while building strong rapport with both guests and colleagues
• A genuine desire to continuously learn and refine both wine knowledge and leadership skills

• Deliver an exceptional and engaging wine service that enhances the overall guest experience
• Confidently recommend and upsell wines tailored to guest preferences and menu selections
• Oversee and maintain the wine program, ensuring it reflects brand standards and drives profitability
• Manage wine inventory, ordering, stock rotation, and cost control to optimize performance
• Collaborate with management and culinary teams to ensure seamless service execution
• Train and inspire front-of-house team members on wine knowledge and service standards
• Support restaurant service and develop broader restaurant management skills in daily operations
• Monitor sales performance and identify opportunities to increase beverage revenue
• Maintain the highest standards of presentation, professionalism, and guest engagement

• You are passionate about wine and hospitality.
• You bring energy to the floor, confidence to every table, and precision to every pour.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment and understand that every guest interaction is an opportunity to create something memorable.
• You are not only a wine expert — you are a service leader, a storyteller, and an ambassador for a best in class global restaurant group.

• Competitive salary
• 401 (k)
• Insurance – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Flex Time
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling, assistance for personal, financial, and legal issues, self-help resource benefits, personal and professional coaching, wellness benefits, and much more!
• Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally
• Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment
• A fantastic staff discount in US & UK restaurants
• Discount for your Friends & Family in all US & UK Restaurants

If you’d like to develop your career in a best-in-class global restaurant business - apply today. We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.

At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are driven to be an inclusive employer, we are devoted to creating an environment where our amazing teams can thrive, and our aim is to put people at the heart of everything we do. We want our teams to be their authentic self and we truly celebrate diversity in every sense. We are successful at what we do by cultivating talented teams with diverse skills & backgrounds.

Everyone is welcome in our Gordon Ramsay Restaurants family. As we continue to grow and build the business, we are committed to putting diversity, equality, and inclusion at the forefront.