Join Our Wine Team

Mountain is a buzzy, expansive Soho restaurant centred around the regional cookery of Catalonia and the produce of the Welsh terroir. With an atmospheric wood grill and wine bar, we value strong relationships with our farmers and growers. We take pride in ensuring our team is well informed about the exceptional ingredients we use. Our 600+ bottle wine list is industry acclaimed, alongside our Michelin star and other accolades. With initiatives like our grain and cheese programme, we’re passionate about staff development and career satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing:

Deliver memorable guest experiences through table-side consultations, curated pairings, and storytelling that brings the wine list and our menu to life.
Lead with passion and enthusiasm, motivating the FOH team to embrace and represent Impala’s wine program with confidence and knowledge.
Working across a range of service areas in a dynamic venue, engaging with not just wine, but all aspects of the guest experience.
Engage with winemakers, importers, and distributors to secure exclusive bottles and vintages.
Assist with the proper storage, care, and rotation of the wine cellar to ensure optimal conditions and reduce waste.
Participate in a structured wine education program for the FOH team, including tastings, service training, and knowledge sharing.
Work closely with the wider wine team to monitor margins, plan reorders, and ensure consistent stock levels across all wine offerings.

What you’ll bring:

A deep, demonstrable knowledge of wine, from classic regions to emerging producers, with a strong understanding of how wine enhances food.
2–5 years of experience in a wine or sommelier role within a fast-paced, quality-led restaurant.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills that engage both guests and team members.
Experience mentoring and educating others in wine knowledge, from beginner to advanced levels.
Organisational skills and experience managing wine inventory.
A genuine enthusiasm for hospitality and the guest experience, with a passion for sharing the craft and culture of wine.
Flexibility to work varied shifts across 5 out of 7 days.
Full UK right to work documents.

What’s in it for you:

28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
Access to courses, resources, and training to enhance your wine and leadership career.
50% discount at all our restaurants, along with complimentary staff meals during your shifts.
Discounted dining at various local establishments near Super 8 Restaurants.
Enhanced maternity leave, pension scheme, subsidised mental health support, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Refer a Friend scheme—recommend someone to join Super 8 and receive a bonus!
Opportunities for international and national travel to visit our winemakers and suppliers.
£300 contribution towards the purchase of a work laptop for all salaried staff members.

If this role sounds like a great fit for you, we’d love to see your application.