02/02/2026
We are hiring:
FOH/Sales Assistant - Wine Bar, Grocery and Bottle Shop
About us:
We are an exciting and dynamic wine bar, bottle, and grocery shop seeking a passionate and skilled Front of House (FOH) team member to join us! Our ideal candidate is looking to evolve within the company and grow the business along our side.
We source the finest ingredients and produce from the very best suppliers around different countries such as the UK, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain.. and others.
Quality, traceability, transparency, and sustainability are the keys to what we believe in and what is important for us to share with our people.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a young and vibrant environment where you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and promoting our selection of artisan food products like cheeses, meats, wines, and spirits.
You Are:
Fluent in English (French is a plus, but not required)
Dynamic, independent, and organized, with a positive attitude
Serious, meticulous and steady, with strong problem-solving abilities
Sales-oriented with an eye for detail
Enthusiastic about food, wine, and connecting with people
Excited to learn and grow within a young, evolving company
Ideally interested in nutrition-health, biodynamic production, and sustainability
Confident in a fast-paced environment with strong multitasking abilities
Eligible to work in the UK
You Have:
Excellent customer service skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Prior experience in retail or hospitality
Knowledge of wine and food pairings and industry trends
A passion for and a willingness to learn more about wine and other products
A professional appearance at all time
The Level 1 or 2 WSET qualification (but not required)
Your Responsibilities:
Welcome and assist customers with their needs and guide them through the Bermondsey Corner experience
Provide wine and food pairing recommendations based on customer preferences and budgets
Share educational information about our products and build relationships with customers
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of our products, including tasting notes and origins
Assist with inventory management, supply orders, and restocking
Process payments using our POS and CRM systems
Keep the shop clean, tidy, and visually appealing
Open/close the store following the guidelines
Ensure compliance with licensing, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
Work as part of a team to create a positive, welcoming atmosphere for customers
Your Mission:
Develop a deep understanding of the wines, cheeses, and other products we offer
Support the management in achieving sales targets and key business goals
Assist with the organization and possible ex*****on of wine tastings, workshops, and in-store events
You could assist in marketing initiatives and promotional events to attract new customers and boost sales
If you're passionate about wine, food, and customer service, and are ready to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, we'd love to hear from you!
We offer:
A competitive salary (depending on experience and motivation).
Benefits:
Enrollment in the retirement savings plan
Discounted or free food
Employee discount (drink and food)
Attractive employee discount at our sister company Comptoir Bakery for lunch when on shifts
28 days paid holidays + Bank holidays
Opportunities to diversify into managing other areas of the business from marketing to back-office and event organization
Regular wine and spirit tasting opportunities
Friendly and exciting working atmosphere
Team + work events
The Salary Includes:
- Annual Salary
- Share of the service charge
If you are enthusiastic about wine and food, enjoy providing exceptional customer service, and would love to work in a young, friendly atmosphere we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
To apply send your application to [email protected]
