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Austin, Tx, Us

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Responsible for delivering high-quality service in a fine dining atmosphere, taking and placing orders, and wine & food recommendations based on guests preferencesHeld to a high standard of wine knowledge including in-depth knowledge of the wine regions of the world, producer proficiency, and vintage knowledgeResponsible for selling wine and being knowledgeable about selections from an extensive wine list that changes weekly (500+ selections)Help with administrative cellar work such as inventory, receiving, and upkeep of cellar management Help onboard new employees through training, wine education, and mentoring

Maintained a Wine Spectator "Best of Award of Excellence" for Savona, in charge of all purchasing and inventory for the 500+ selections, and overseeing all wine service for the restaurant.In charge of binning all new wine orders, monthly wine inventory and weekly by the glass inventory.In charge of updating by the glass selections as the menu changes and training staff members on our selections.In charge of planning and marketing monthly wine dinners held at the restaurant. Work with the executive chef to pair wines with the menu for wine dinners.In charge of private party wine tastings and public wine tastings held at the restaurant.In charge of updating the wine list weekly to ensure it accurately represents the selections in house.Helped the restaurant transfer the large wine list to a new POS system (Toast) and helped create detailed modification buttons for drinks and food. Mentions & Awards while at Savona:Wine Spectator "Best of Award of Excellence" 2019Philly Style named Savona one of the best places to drink wine in the city in their "Best of Style Guide: Dining 2019" Main Line Today Voted Savona "Best Wine Menu" 2019

Gulph Mills, Pa

Sommelier dutiesAccurately describe wines on the list and help guests select wineSuggest pairings with menu itemsPerform elegant and proper wine serviceHelp wine director with recording wine inventory monthly, receiving orders, binning wine, and wine storageCaptain dutiesDeliver high quality and gracious serviceSuggest and accurately describe menu selectionsAnticipate guests needsMonitor service and resolve any issues promptly and thoughtfullyHelp train new staff members and new captains

Millbrook, Ny

In charge of introducing guests to the property by first giving them an extensive tour of the vineyards and production area, and then talking them through a wine tasting. Assisted with sales in the wine shop after the tasting was complete. Bartended events at the winery. This opportunity has given me the chance to strengthen my communication and interpersonal skills, my salesmanship, my wine knowledge, and my ability to read and anticipate the needs of guests.

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Responsible for greeting customers, stocking the store, and assisting customers with purchasesBuilt client relationships and delivered personalized customer service for product recommendations

Austin, Texas

Hired as a prep cook and quickly promoted to a line cook. In charge of completing all preparation for station (Garde Manger), executing 5-6 dishes during service, and cleaning/breaking down the kitchen at the end of the shift. This position helped me strengthen my communication skills, multi-tasking abilities, time management, and organizational skills.

Pocantino Hills, Ny

Started with 5 weeks on the pastry station. Helped prepare for service and helped prepare and execute mignardise service for weddings and events held at Stone Barns. Moved to the amuse station. Completed prep for the station, was in charge of executing 3-4 dishes on the menu during service, and cleaning/breaking down the kitchen at the end of service. Served dishes to guests throughout dinner service, explaining the components. Participated in farm chores once a week which involved foraging, fieldwork, and livestock care.This position helped me strengthen my time management skills, organizational skills, customer service skills, and communication skills.

Austin, Texas Area

Austin, Texas Area

Cedar Park, Texas