LOCATION: James Court, Soho, London
START DATE: Mid-May
OPPORTUNITY: A bustling modern Australian restaurant in the heart of Soho is looking for an experienced and dynamic Wine Manager to lead its wine program and cement its place as the leading destination to experience Australian wine in London. An opportunity to work with Australia’s most iconic wineries, Wine Australia, Tourism Australia to champion Australian wine to a UK audience. An opportunity for someone to achieve a Star Wine List award.
MILK BEACH:
A leading modern Australian restaurant in London located in a spectacular venue in Soho
One of London’s favourite premium casual restaurant destinations
80 cover restaurant plus 10 spots at the bar and an additional 60 covers in the outdoor courtyard
Australian hospitality is professional, knowledgeable and passionate, but also engaging, friendly and fun
Seasonal a la carte lunch/dinner menu showcasing modern Australian cuisine - coastal, barbecue, with southeast Asian and Mediterranean influences
ROLE SUMMARY:
A key leadership role in the business, the Wine Manager will have full responsibility for curating and sourcing an exciting and unique wine list for the restaurant; and will have full accountability for wine operations, wine service, team training and wine sales and GP financial results.
Wine List
Curation of a wine list that is unique in the European restaurant scene, that showcases the outstanding quality Australian wines have to offer
Target a Star Wine List award in 2027
Foster and grow relationships with all suppliers, Australian winemakers, Wine Australia and Tourism Australia
Make Milk Beach known as the go-to destination for Australian wine in London
Oversee wine operations:
Run the wine operations of the restaurant as their own business with full operating and financial responsibility
Ensure impeccable, knowledgeable, but approachable and fun wine service in the restaurant
Responsible for sales targets, gross profit targets, wine inventory and stock, ensuring proper storage, rotation, and ordering for optimal COGS management
Events
Host our ‘Toast Australia’ dinner series in which we partner with some of Australia’s most iconic winemakers and winery owners (including from Torbrek, Shaw + Smith, Henschke, House of Arras, Vasse Felix, Penfolds, Yalumba and more)
Host trade tastings alongside Amelia Jukes and Wilem Powel
Training
Build reputation
Build and maintain strong relationships with winemakers, suppliers, and distributors; both locally and globally, to secure exclusive and high-quality offerings.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
What we Offer / Benefits:
Experienced management team who have been in positions for 2+ years including Head Chef, AGM, Restaurant Manager, Head of People
Career development and external educational development including management training
Personalised recognition schemes
Friendly and motivating team environment with an inclusive and diverse workforce
Flexibility and work/life balance
Perks including
25-50% employee discounts at all group restaurants
Cost price wine
Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift
Cycle to work scheme
Team social events including comedy nights, bowling, darts and more
CONTACT:
Please send cover letter and CV to Nadia Jennings, Head of People ([email protected])
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