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Madrid
20 July 2026
Head Sommelier
Full-time
Forbes House
Forbes House Madrid
Madrid | Full Time
Join the world's first Forbes House
Forbes House Madrid is the first private members' club by Forbes anywhere in the world. Conceived as an exclusive destination for global leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators and tastemakers, Forbes House brings together exceptional hospitality, world-class gastronomy, culture and meaningful connections in one extraordinary setting.
We are seeking an outstanding Head Sommelier to lead the wine programme and sommelier team, elevating every aspect of the beverage experience to the highest international standards.
Reporting directly to the Beverage Director, Angelo Altobelli , this is a strategic leadership role requiring an experienced hospitality professional with a integral mindset, exceptional wine expertise and a passion for luxury service.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, develop and inspire the Sommelier team across Forbes House Madrid.
Design,



curate and continuously evolve a world-class wine programme aligned with the culinary vision of the gastronomic restaurant.
Manage the wine cellar, purchasing strategy, supplier relationships and inventory control.
Ensure exceptional wine service standards across all dining experiences.
Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Beverage Director on pairing menus and bespoke guest experiences.
Support the planning and execution of exclusive wine dinners, tastings, member experiences, VIP events and international brand activations.
Train, mentor and develop the front-of-house team in wine knowledge and beverage service.
Drive beverage revenue through strategic wine list development, upselling initiatives and cost management.
Maintain the highest standards of luxury hospitality, anticipating the expectations of an international membership community.
Act as a key ambassador of Forbes House and assist the Beverage Director in the overall beverage strategy of the

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