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Are you passionate about wine, sake, exceptional service, and creating unforgettable guest experiences? Do you thrive in a refined dining environment where knowledge, personality, and hospitality come together? Kioku by Endo is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Sommelier to join our team.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Sommelier or in a wine-focused hospitality role
- Strong knowledge of wine and a genuine desire to continue learning
- Interest in Japanese cuisine, sake, and Japanese beverage traditions
- Excellent communication and guest engagement skills
- Passion for delivering warm, personalised hospitality
- Positive attitude and strong team spirit
- Ability to perform confidently in a fast-paced luxury dining environment
- WSET qualification is desirable but not essential
- The right to work in the UK without corporate sponsorship
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Responsibilities
- Play a key role in delivering an exceptional guest journey through expert wine and beverage service
- Work closely with the Head Sommelier and management team
- Help curate memorable dining experiences
- Develop knowledge of fine wines, sake, and Japanese beverage culture
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus shared service charge
- Daily team meals prepared by our talented chefs
- 50% discount across our restaurants
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Access to wine and beverage education programmes
- Wagestream financial wellbeing platform
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Positive, respectful and supportive team culture
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
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About Kioku by Endo
Kioku means memory in Japanese, and that's exactly what we strive to create for every guest who walks through our doors. Located within The OWO, overlooking the iconic Trafalgar Square, Kioku by Endo combines Japanese culinary heritage with contemporary elegance.
Under the guidance of Culinary Director Chef Endo Kazutoshi, a distinguished third-generation sushi master, our team delivers a dining experience that celebrates precision, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality.
We are looking for passionate hospitality professionals who are eager to develop their careers, expand their wine knowledge, and become part of one of London's most exciting dining destinations.
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