Tea Sommelier

PLEASE NOTE : This is an office based role

Our client is the world's most awarded luxury tea brand,situated in Central London (with offices in 12 countries), offering an outstanding selection of premium teas. Their teas are crafted from the finest hand-picked tea leaves, sourced globally and blended to perfection by Their master blenders. With a dedication to sustainability and ethical sourcing, they ensure their teas are not only full of character & flavour but also socially and environmentally responsible.

They are committed to giving back to the community via their own charity which supports projects in the UK and India. They contribute 100% of our profits to charitable causes.

Their target market is 5-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants as well as leading luxury retailers in the UK, such as Harrods and Selfridges, and is also supplied to some of the most luxurious hotels worldwide.

This is a key Training & Development role within the company where you will be expected to assist the Global Marketing Director in delivering the UK Business Plan.

This is a great opportunity for a highly driven individual to join and further their tea training career as well as help shape the retail strategy for the new luxury tea boutique in London

Job Purpose

To be seen by our customers and staff as the 'Tea Expert' inside London.

To be responsible for the operation of our new tea boutique.

Your duties will include visual merchandising, stock control & product management as well as providing excellent customer service.

Your role will also develop and implement paid for tea masterclasses for small groups.

In addition, your duties will include providing high quality staff training on a regular basis to our luxury clients both in the boutique and at their premises.

Professional experience and profile

• Some previous work experience within a luxury boutique setting
• Experience in the Luxury Goods and/or Luxury Food and Beverage industries welcome
• A passion for communication, people and delivering high quality training a must

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• The candidate must believe wholeheartedly in the mission "To restore the glory of tea".
• Team Player who is prepared to be flexible to deliver the company goals.
• Impeccable personal integrity, with genuine humility combined with huge drive.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactivity, creativity and a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills: must be comfortable in front of an audience.