Head Sommelier

Azumi Group is an award-winning restaurant group bringing modern, vibrant dining experiences to iconic destinations worldwide. Founded in 2002 with the opening of Zuma London, followed by the creation of ROKA in 2004, Azumi has grown into an internationally celebrated collection. With 24 Zuma & 11 ROKA venues globally, our portfolio continues to grow, each venue offering a distinctive, memorable experience. In addition to Zuma and ROKA, our collection proudly includes standout concepts - Oblix, ETARU, and INKO NITO.

At Azumi, our values ‘Honour the Mastery’, ‘Do unto Others’ and ‘Embrace the Energy’ guide everything we do, ensuring every experience is exceptional and memorable.

Zuma is a globally acclaimed restaurant brand offering contemporary Japanese izakaya-style dining, renowned for its authentic yet innovative cuisine and vibrant atmosphere.

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JOB PURPOSE:_**

The purpose of this job is to oversee the operations of the wine department, offering expert advice on wine selection and pairing, upholding elevated standards to surpass customer expectations, and assuming responsibility for all aspects of the department.

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MAIN DUTIES:_**
- The purpose of this job is to oversee the operations of the wine department, offering expert advice on wine selection and pairing, upholding elevated standards to surpass customer expectations, and assuming responsibility for all aspects of the department.
- Collaborate with the Global Head of Wine to maintain and enhance the wine list and offerings.
- Maximize up-selling opportunities during service to boost revenue.
- Monitor operating costs, manage budgets, and implement actions to control expenditures.
- Oversee team scheduling, performance assessments, and provide ongoing training and development.

**_ THE BENEFITS:_**
- Accommodation.
- Transport from and to work.
- Family meals on duty.
- World class in-house training, we want you to have all the tools and support needed to be at your best.
- The opportunity to travel the world with our five incredible brands.
- Rewards and recognition - to show we love having you around.

We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our vibrant atmosphere to is crafted to perfection. Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our recruiters know.
- **Temporary contract for the Summe**r season (CDD).**

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