Sommelier

Recently awarded Aberdeen City & Shire Hospitality Employer of the Year, as well as 2 Michelin Keys, and rated number 1 by Conde Naste Readers Choice, The Fife Arms Hotel, located in the village of Braemar in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is recruiting an experienced Sommelier to join the team! 

As a Sommelier at The Fife Arms Hotel Braemar you’ll be part of a close team that works to ensure the wine offering at The Fife Arms is world class; by sourcing, comparing, discussing, and of course tasting, it is our responsibility to maintain this marvellous collection. Daily duties include the setting up, cleaning, carrying out tastings and operating through dinner service. It is always pleasure to share our passion and knowledge with all of our guests.

The Team has been chosen for their creative flair and passion for both Wine and World Class service with a desire to consistently learn and grow.

Our successful Sommelier will have:

• Proven experience from within a similar luxury/5-star hospitality environment.
• The enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and strong communication skills.
• A willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from a luxury establishment.
• A WSET certification is always an asset!

What’s in it for you?

• 30 days holiday
• Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Free food and drinks whilst on shift
• Generous Artfarm-wide discounts including our properties in Somerset, Scottish Highlands, London, Los Angeles and Menorca!
• Amazing sports and social events led by local social committees
• Enhanced Life Assurance
• Health benefits including a health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career development opportunities tailored around your aspirations and goals

About Artfarm and The Fife Arms Hotel

Artfarm is a one-of-a-kind independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth. Renowned for developing and reinventing distinctive sites including the award-winning Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar, Fish Shop Restaurant & Fishmongers in Ballater, The Audley Public House & Mount Street Restaurant, and Farm Shop in Mayfair, London, Manuela restaurant in Los Angeles, Roth Bar, Da Costa Italian Restaurant and Durslade Farm Shop in Somerset, and Cantina Restaurant in Menorca. Artfarm uniquely brings together art, community, education, people, and place.  

Located in the heart of Braemar, the hotel houses 46 beautifully appointed bedrooms - each one a homage to place, person, or event with links to the area along with the stunning Albamhor Spa and some of the most unique event spaces. Dining experiences extend to the Clunie Dining Room showcasing the art of open wood-fire cooking, The Flying Stag Pub serving up local beers and firm Scottish favourites, Bertie’s our glamorous and elegant Whisky Bar, Elsa’s our Art Deco Cocktail Bar, and our more relaxed Drawing Room – all of which celebrate the best in local ingredients and are expertly prepared by our dedicated culinary team.

Want to join the family? Apply today!