Danielle McCoy
St. Petersburg
Summary
Passionate and curious oenophile seeking employment with like-minded hospitality professionals. Furthering wine education and creating positive guest experiences are the driving focus of this team-oriented and dedicated young sommelier.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Ash by Proper House Group
04.2024 - Current
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring staff efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences.
- Organize staff logistics, wine and service education programs to enhance team knowledge and performance.
- Foster a positive work culture, promoting teamwork, professional development, and high service standards.
Pastry Assistant
Baba on Central
12.2023 - Current
- Made four types of bread, daily for a high-volume Greek restaurant
- Execute nightly service on pastry and bread station
- Assist in morning kitchen prep
Beverage Director & General Manager
Bin6South
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Curate and maintain a 250-SKU wine selection, ensuring quality and variety.
- Awarded Wine Spectator Award of Excellence within first year of opening.
- Manage direct-to-consumer online wine sales and oversee shipping operations.
- Lead staff education and wine pairing programs to enhance service and menu integration.
- Provide hands-on management with direct guest engagement to elevate the customer experience.
Assistant Sommelier & Manager
Ceviche
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Navigate guest wine preference, assist with purchasing, inventory management, and staff education.
- Oversee service operations, including guest relations, kitchen expediting, and flow coordination.
- Manage staff scheduling to optimize coverage, efficiency, and team performance.
Server
Rococo Steak
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Ensure positive guest experience
- Uphold company service standards and train new employees
- Participate in weekly wine blind tasting and education
Server
Farmtable Cucina by Michael Mina
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Cultivate warm and prompt service to all guests
- Retain open communication with Chefs regarding allergies, pacing, etc
- Operate as swing employee where needed; Hostess, Barback, Food Run, S.A., Food Prep
Educator
Pathfinder Outdoor Education
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Led experiential outdoor programs fostering self-discovery, team building, and leadership through canoeing, rock climbing, tree climbing, and ropes courses.
- Taught wilderness survival skills, including fire starting, shelter building, and navigation, to enhance participants' connection and resilience in nature.
- Facilitated hands-on learning, ecological awareness, and personal growth in diverse outdoor settings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, FL05.2016
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Staff training/development
- Employee motivation
- Inventory control
- Operations management
Certifications And Awards
- Wine Spectator, Award of Excellence, 06/01/23
- Heritage Fire Tampa Sommelier Competition, Champion, 04/01/23
- Court of Master Sommeliers, Level One, 11/01/19
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Ash by Proper House Group
04.2024 - Current
Pastry Assistant
Baba on Central
12.2023 - Current
Beverage Director & General Manager
Bin6South
01.2022 - 11.2023
Assistant Sommelier & Manager
Ceviche
05.2021 - 12.2021
Server
Farmtable Cucina by Michael Mina
09.2019 - 01.2020
Educator
Pathfinder Outdoor Education
06.2018 - 06.2019
Server
Rococo Steak
03.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Eckerd College
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