Job Description

✨ Join the Horseradish Team at Chester Race Company – Race Day Sommelier✨

We’re looking for a charismatic and knowledgeable Race Day Sommelier to elevate the guest experience in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. This role requires a big personality, strong wine expertise, and a commercial mindset to drive sales while working seamlessly as part of the team.

Why join us?

💸 Get paid weekly – every Friday
🏆 Recognition and reward schemes to celebrate your hard work
🙌 Earn while having fun and working with friends
✨ Be part of prestigious events and iconic venues
📲 Enjoy total flexibility with shifts managed easily through our app

About Chester Race Company:

Chester Race Company Ltd is one of the North West’s best-known and most-admired brands. It is an evolving organisation with a broad portfolio but retaining Horseracing at its core. The Company operates three racecourses, Chester, Bangor-on-Dee and Musselburgh, in Scotland. At Chester, we also own and operate a hotel, a vibrant pub and have other property interests in the city. Not to mention our in-house caterers, Horseradish and our staffing brand – Thyme People. With that much diversity in our business, no two days are the same.

General responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional wine service during race days in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

• Engage guests with a confident, personable, and energetic approach

• Provide expert wine recommendations based on guest preferences, menu pairings, and occasion

• Drive revenue through upselling premium wines, champagnes, and curated pairings

• Maintain awareness of table status and service timing

• Collaborate with floor staff, kitchen, and management to ensure seamless service delivery

• Uphold high standards of wine presentation, including correct serving techniques, glassware, and temperature control

• Stay up to date with wine lists, vintages, and product knowledge

• Support the wider team and contribute to a positive working environment during busy service periods

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a sommelier or premium hospitality role

• Strong wine knowledge and a genuine passion for hospitality

• A confident communicator with a vibrant, engaging personality

• A commercial mindset with the ability to upsell effectively

• Ability to stay calm and efficient in a high-pressure, fast-paced setting

• A team player with a proactive, hands-on approach

Pay:

Competitive day rate (dependent on experience)

Shifts & Availability:

Every and all Chester race days, these run March – September. Raceday shifts would typically be 10am - 5pm on standard days.

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If you have previous sommelier or wine experience and feel this is the perfect fit for you – please apply below!