Job Title: Assistant Sommelier
Location: Brasserie Constance @ Fulham Pier
Salary: £30,000–£34,000 + Tronc
About Us:
Brasserie Constance, located at the iconic Fulham Pier, is a modern British brasserie led by Michelin-starred chef Adam Byatt. With a 100-cover dining room, an expertly curated wine list of over 200 labels, and a focus on refined hospitality, we offer a premium yet welcoming experience. We are open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, and for lunch on Sundays.
The Role:
We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Assistant Sommelier to join our front-of-house team. Working alongside our Head Sommelier, you will play a key role in enhancing the guest experience through thoughtful wine service and education.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Head Sommelier in curating and maintaining the wine list, ensuring diversity and quality.
Provide thoughtful wine recommendations and pairings tailored to each guest’s preferences.
Oversee day-to-day cellar management including inventory, stock rotation, and ordering.
Deliver engaging wine training and tastings for FOH staff to elevate service standards.
Ensure all wine service aligns with our commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and producers.
Uphold health, safety, and cleanliness standards across all wine storage and service areas.
About You:
A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a quality-led restaurant environment.
A genuine passion for wine and hospitality.
Strong communication skills and a guest-focused approach.
A team player with a proactive attitude and high standards.
WSET Level 2 or equivalent (preferred).
Organised, calm under pressure, and eager to learn.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary plus generous tronc.
Ongoing professional development, including WSET support.
Staff meals during shifts.
Discounts across the group.
A supportive and ambitious team environment.
About the CompanySodexo Live!
We’re Experience Makers.
And go-getters, fanatic foodies, and community pillars.
At Sodexo Live! build a career where ‘everyday’ is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background, and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive.
We Belong to a team that feels like family, ACT with purpose and be inclusive, Thrive in our career, while able to Be Live in the moment creating exceptional memories.
After giving it all, you’ll return home knowing that you’ve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more.
Be part of something greater
Why choose Sodexo Live! –
At Sodexo Live! we believe in making every moment count, for the guests we serve and for our team members. We take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet, making every event a positive story worth telling. Whether at high-profile sports venues, cultural destinations, corporate events or once-in-a-lifetime social functions, you won’t just craft the moment… you’ll be immersed in the action. As part of the Sodexo Live! team, you belong to something greater. You bring people together and make a real impact in local communities through the power of shared experiences. You have the opportunity to gain the skills to thrive for a long-term career with a team that is inclusive and always ready to embrace the moment.
Globally Sodexo Live! contributes to the success of events such as Royal Ascot, the Tour de France, the Rugby World Cup and soon the Paris 2024 Games, and showcases exceptional venues such as the Eiffel Tower Restaurants, Bateaux Parisiens, Yachts de Paris, the Royal Academy of Arts in London, the Museo del Prado in Madrid, the Hard Rock Stadium, the Scottish National Gallery, and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Other venues in the UK include Bateaux London, Fulham FC, the ACC Liverpool, and Edinburgh’s magnificent Signet Library.
Sodexo Live! is part of Sodexo which provides catering, facilities management, employee benefits and personal home services to 100 million consumers daily in 56 countries. At Sodexo we believe in the difference a day makes. That’s why we are proud to focus on people’s essential needs: we see them as key to improve the quality of life. We know that by focusing on the tangible, the real, the concrete improvements, day after day, for millions of people, we have a big impact not only on individuals but also on society and the planet. We believe it all starts with the everyday.