About the Restaurant
Roketsu is a contemporary Japanese dining destination in Marylebone, rooted in Kyoto hospitality. It offers a customised kappo-style experience, featuring an open kitchen and counter seating that invites direct interaction between chef and customer.
The Role
We are seeking a Restaurant Manager / Sommelier to lead front-of-house operations and curate the restaurant’s wine and sake programme. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of authentic Japanese cuisine, shaped by Japanese chefs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and support the front-of-house team
- Deliver a seamless and refined guest experience
- Develop and manage the wine and sake offering
- Provide pairing recommendations and training to the team
- Oversee reservations, inventory, and supplier relationships
- Maintain a welcoming and attentive service environment
About You
- Proven experience in restaurant management or a senior front-of-house role
- Genuine interest in wine, sake, and Japanese beverages (deep expertise can be developed)
- Experience in Japanese or Asian dining is advantageous
Desirable
- Familiarity with high-end dining environments
- Wine or sake certifications (e.g., WSET, SSA), or willingness to pursue them
Offers
- Deep understanding of authentic Japanese cuisine, shaped by Japanese chefs
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Staff meals provided
- Employee discount across group venues
- Company pension
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £42,000.00-£44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Marylebone, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of wine experience do you have？
- How many years of sake experience do you have?
- How many years of management experience do you have ?
- How much is your current annual salary?
- How much is your annual salary expectation?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
