Wine Manager – Edinburgh

Wine Manager

Since 2006 we have been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with our award-winning wines and cocktails. We became B Corp certified in 2022 and are the only restaurant group in the UK to place in the Best Companies for 13 consecutive years, meaning we have some of the happiest people in the industry working here! This is alongside raising over £1 million for Action Against Hunger and being rated as one of the most sustainable groups in the country.

Each of our restaurants features an award-winning wine list, with over 70 wines by the glass and more than 240 bottles – carefully curated and regularly refreshed. With unparalleled opportunities to taste the world’s greatest wines, attend tastings and trips, and ongoing support from a wider wine team across the business, this is an exciting hands on role working within the restaurant. 

What You’ll Do

• Education & Training: Inspiring and developing the whole team (both back and front of house) in their knowledge of, and confidence with, wine.
• Procurement: Curating and sourcing new wines for the list.
• Service: Leading by example with an active presence on the floor.
• Finance & Operations: Ensuring the list runs smoothly, both financially and operationally

Who You Are

• Experienced in wine management or senior sommelier roles, with strong commercial awareness
• Passionate about developing people through training and mentorship
• Organised and analytical, confident using financial data to make decisions
• An excellent communicator and collaborator across departments
• Proud to represent Hawksmoor and uphold our sustainability and B Corp standards

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone – we are warm, welcoming and help everyone feel comfortable being themselves
• Work Hard and Be Nice to People – we balance hard work and ambition with integrity, kindness and fun
• Hit Hawksmoor Standards – we all take accountability for the part we play
• Keep Evolving – we continue to develop through listening, learning, feedback and new ideas

Benefits

• Tronc paid for every hour you work
• 28 days’ holiday (including service charge)
• Free staff meals on shift + 50% off for visits with loved ones
• Income protection & death-in-service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Wagestream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
• Referral bonuses from day one
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping & experiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks & support
• Full training package: Wine, Food Safety, H&S, HR quals + five-stage management development programme (with the Watershed Management School)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Access to counselling, remote GP/physio services and legal advice

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key, and high standards are met together. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your career, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way so you can thrive and be happy at work. If you’re excited about this role but aren’t sure if you meet every single requirement – please apply anyway. You might be just who we’re looking for