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Corey Huck

Seffner,FL

Summary

Dynamic wine professional with over a decade of experience, excelling in wine education and curation. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and lead teams, while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Passionate about enhancing guest experiences through expert wine pairings and innovative tastings, driving customer satisfaction and loyalty. Prideful in taking care of the few times that patrons get to really enjoy the moment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/Wine Liaison

The Sommelier Hideaway/Migak Wine Bistro
Tampa, Florida
07.2023 - Current
  • Established an air of comfort and ease with complex unknown wines
  • Taught patrons on the basics of wine making, tasting and paring
  • Maintained food and wine stock, staff hours, cleanliness, and events

Server

The Huntsman
Tallahassee, Florida
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Provided exceptional wine service, including decanting, proper glassware selection, temperature control, and presentation techniques.
  • Effective communication with guests, colleagues, and suppliers, fostering positive relationships and ensuring seamless operations.
  • Implemented staff training on wines, regions, and food pairings.

Server/Wine Liaison

Hummingbird Wine Bar
Tallahassee, Florida
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Curated wine flights based on individuals' needs while still introducing them to new and exciting wines, opening them to new experiences.
  • Conducted wine tastings, staff training, and consumer education sessions, enhancing their knowledge and appreciation of wines.
  • Curating and maintained a diverse wine collection, including purchasing, inventory management, and supplier relationships.

Server/Sommelier Apprentice

Clusters & Hops
Tallahassee, Florida
02.2015 - 12.2021
  • Continuously staying updated on emerging trends, new vineyards, winemaking techniques, and industry developments to provide current and relevant recommendations.
  • Tracked and stocked inventory that included dozens of beers and hundreds of wines.
  • Participated in countless wine tastings for evaluation of quality, style, fit, and possible food pairings.
  • Skill in collaborating with culinary experts to create wine lists that complement the menu, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Education

Associate of Science -

Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
01.2016

CMSTP/EMT-B - Medicine

United States Army Medical Center of Excellence
San Antonio, TX
05-2009

Skills

  • Wine expertise
  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Culinary passion
  • Teamwork and team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Customer education
  • Interpersonal skills

References available upon request

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager/Wine Liaison

The Sommelier Hideaway/Migak Wine Bistro
07.2023 - Current

Server

The Huntsman
02.2023 - 06.2023

Server/Wine Liaison

Hummingbird Wine Bar
02.2022 - 04.2023

Server/Sommelier Apprentice

Clusters & Hops
02.2015 - 12.2021

Associate of Science -

Tallahassee Community College

CMSTP/EMT-B - Medicine

United States Army Medical Center of Excellence

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