Coterie Holdings UK Limited
Sommelier
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Sommelier – “26” Grosvenor Street, Mayfair, London
About Coterie
Coterie group consists of leading wine merchants, distributors, storage providers, and platforms that elevate how wine is bought, enjoyed, moved, stored, and owned. Each is defined by its own expertise and reputation, developed over time through long-standing relationships and a deep understanding of the market. Together, they are strengthened through shared capability, greater visibility, and a more connected way of operating. Coterie operates across three traditionally separate areas of the fine wine market: merchants, logistics and storage, and financial access. Most wine businesses sit within one. Coterie connects them through shared infrastructure, shared expertise, and a more aligned way of working.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, market-leading fine wine group, as the Sommelier at our new Coterie office and private event space ’26’, based in Grosvenor Street, Mayfair, London. We're passionate about delivering best-in-class service through our expert team, streamlined processes, and innovative technology. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and make a significant impact. Shape the future of fine wine with us.
Our new office is planned to open in September 2026, and along with being the home for our Coterie Team, it will be home to an exclusive private event space, consisting of two private dining rooms, a fine wine tasting room, and relaxed lounge space, where we will entertain wine producers, private clients, hospitality customers, and invited guests.
Role Summary
As our Sommelier, you will be the custodian of wine excellence at 26 Grosvenor Street. You will lead end-to-end wine operations and service across all guest engagements, including bespoke multi-course dinners, high-profile vertical and horizontal tastings, and private drinks receptions.
Working in seamless harmony with our Head Chef and Events team, you will bring our extensive portfolio and rare cellar allocations to life through warm, articulate, and engaging wine storytelling. This role requires an accomplished professional with established pedigree in luxury hospitality who can effortlessly pair world-class technical expertise with discreet, intuitive service.
Responsibilities of the Role
Wine Service & Guest Experience
- Lead On-Floor Wine Service: Deliver flawless wine and beverage service across all private dining lunches and dinners, boardroom lunches, evening tastings, and cocktail receptions.
- Masterful Storytelling & Hosting: Introduce wines, vintages, terroirs, and producer narratives with passion and poise, adapting your approach to everyone from novice enthusiasts to world-class collectors and Master Sommeliers.
- Tasting Management: Design, organise, and execute formal and informal tastings, masterclasses, and producer showcases, ensuring correct serving temperatures, glassware selection, decanting schedules, and flight sequencing.
- Guest Relationship Building: Foster genuine, long-term relationships with visiting private clients, partners, and VIP guests, keeping meticulous records of guest preferences, favourite domaines, and dietary/pairing requirements.
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Menu Collaboration & Food Pairing
- Culinary Pairing: Partner closely with the Head Chef to curate dynamic, seasonal food-and-wine pairings for bespoke multi-course menus.
- Bespoke Beverage Programs: Develop complementary beverage offerings where required (digestifs, aperitifs, artisan spirits, low/no-alcohol alternatives).
Cellar Operations & Inventory Management
- Cellar Custodianship: Oversee the day-to-day management, organisation, and pristine presentation of the on-site wine cellar, tasting room displays, and temperature-controlled wine preservation units.
- Stock & Inventory Control: Maintain rigorous cellar records, manage stock rotation, coordinate regular stock audits, minimise breakage/wastage, and oversee secure receipt and storage of high-value allocations.
- Glassware & Equipment Care: Ensure all fine glassware (e.g., Zalto, Riedel, Jancis Robinson), decanters, Coravin systems, and sommelier tools are maintained and handled to the highest standard.
Portfolio & Merchant Alignment
- Group Collaboration: Liaise with Coterie’s internal wine team, portfolio managers, and commercial teams to showcase exclusive allocations, agency producers, and new acquisitions.
- Staff Education: Conduct periodic wine briefings and tasting notes for front-of-house and event support staff to elevate overall wine knowledge across the team.
Required Skills and Experience
Experience:
- Proven Track Record: Demonstrable experience as a Sommelier, Head Sommelier, or Assistant Head Sommelier within a Michelin-starred restaurant, high-end private members' club, or 5-star luxury hotel.
- Fine Wine Expertise: Exceptional, proven knowledge of classic wine regions (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Piedmont, Tuscany, Rhône, Rioja, Napa, etc.) alongside emerging regions and iconic fine wine producers.
- Formal Wine Accreditation: WSET Level 3 Award in Wines (with WSET Diploma or Master Sommelier coursework strongly preferred), or Court of Master Sommeliers (Certified Sommelier minimum; Advanced Sommelier highly regarded).
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To perform the role to a high level, you’ll be able to demonstrate the following skills and behaviours.
- Refined Communication: Flawless verbal presentation skills with an articulate, engaging, and gracious hosting style.
- Service Intuition & Discretion: High emotional intelligence, understanding the subtle boundary between attentive luxury service and guest privacy.
- Operational Discipline: Strong organisational and administrative skills, comfortable managing inventory systems, stock control spreadsheets, and cellar logistics.
- Composure Under Pressure: Ability to manage tight event turnarounds and multiple concurrent rooms while maintaining an immaculate and welcoming demeanor.
- Passionate Ambassador: A natural advocate for fine wine culture, eager to share knowledge without pretension.
- Collaborative Team Player: Works seamlessly alongside culinary, front-of-house, and corporate teams.
- Impeccable Presentation: Maintains pristine grooming and professional decorum appropriate for a premier Mayfair townhouse.
- Adaptable & Solutions-Oriented: Agile in responding to last-minute guest requests, rare vintage decanting challenges, or shifting event itineraries.
What We Offer
- Salary: Highly competitive base salary commensurate with fine wine and luxury hospitality experience.
- Annual Discretionary Bonus: Performance-linked incentive scheme.
- Wine Education Sponsorship: Generous financial support and study leave for advanced professional certifications (WSET Diploma, Court of Master Sommeliers).
- Staff Wine Benefits: Generous employee allocation and preferred purchase discounts across Coterie group companies.
- Healthcare & Wellness: Comprehensive private medical insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and life assurance.
- Pension Scheme: Enhanced employer pension contributions.
- Career Growth: Unparalleled exposure to rare fine wines, international producers, and long-term career progression within Coterie’s growing portfolio.
To Apply
If you’d like to apply, please send a cover letter explaining what you can bring to the role, along with your CV to the People team, people@coterieholdings.com. Closing date for applications is 21st September 2026.
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