Head Sommelier

Company: Smyth & Co
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Location: Cornwall
Job Description:

Head Sommelier | Cornwall | £45,000–£50,000 | Fine Dining

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Sommelier to join a renowned fine dining restaurant in Cornwall. Working alongside a talented culinary and front-of-house team, you’ll take ownership of the wine programme and play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate wine professional looking to further develop their career within a quality-driven environment focused on outstanding food, service, and hospitality.

What’s on Offer:

  • £45,000–£50,000, depending on experience
  • Opportunity to lead and develop an established wine programme
  • Work within a premium fine dining environment
  • Career progression within an ambitious hospitality business
  • Staff meals and additional company benefits
  • Stunning Cornwall location

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience as a Head Sommelier or strong Senior Sommelier ready to take the next step
  • Background within fine dining, Michelin-starred, or luxury hospitality environments
  • Excellent knowledge of wine regions, producers, vintages, and food pairings
  • WSET qualification or equivalent highly desirable
  • Experience managing wine lists, stock control, purchasing, and supplier relationships
  • Confident delivering exceptional guest interaction and wine service
  • Passion for training and developing front-of-house teams
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Right to work in the UK required

If you’re a passionate Sommelier looking to take ownership of a respected wine programme within a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

Posted: June 7th, 2026