Hired to create, develop and maintain a dynamic wine program for a new start-up restaurant in South Bay. * Wine Buying, Managing and Inventory Control Charged with identifying, procuring and managing all wine selection and inventory for fine-dining restaurant. * Customer Service Specialist Developed a strong customer base and built relationships to maximize repeat visits. * Budget Management Managed restaurant’s wine budget to ensure optimal sales and profit. Accomplishments* Increased food and beverage sales at bar over 39%; Top sales performer for duration of employment.* Ran an efficient and effective work station servicing restaurant clientele and servers each evening.* Selected, purchased and set prices for all wine in order to compliment Restaurant Christine’s concept.* Updated wine menu and in-house POS (Point of Service) system.* Maintained weekly/ monthly bar inventory yielding a 35% or better wine cost.* Coordinated wine selection for restaurant events (Wine maker dinners, cooking classes, special events).* Developed business relationship with all Wine Vendors including, Distributors, Specialty Vineyards and Wine Makers.PRIOR Restaurant Christine Experience:Bar Manager (2005 - 2007)Wine Buyer / Bartender (1996 - 2004)

Selected to research, implement and run a comprehensive wine menu specific to the needs of a bistro-style restaurant * Wine Buying, Managing and Inventory Control * Internal and External Customer Service Accomplishments* Managed top-rated busy restaurant (250-300 covers/night) handling daily financial reconciliations for bistro bakery and sister restaurant on premise.* Conducted all facets of HR / personnel (including interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, disciplining, etc.).* Successfully controlled labor costs and maximized bar profitability by running a 33% or better cost.* Served as liaison between front and back of the house operations.