ERIC STAUFFER
DETROIT,MI
Summary
Detail and goal oriented professional in the fine dining industry. I am searching to find employment in an establishment with a vision. A place with exceptional food, cocktails and wine program. I have 20+ years in this scene and continue to enjoy it.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
San Morello in Shinola Hotel
Detroit, MI
03.2024 - Current
- Basic Server duties while studying for my W.S.E.T. Lvl. 3
Sommelier and Floor Manager
Joe Muer Seafood (RenCen)
Detroit, MI
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Curated wine selections to complement seasonal seafood offerings, enhancing guest dining experiences.
- Conducted wine tastings and educational sessions for staff, improving product knowledge and service quality.
Server Then Sommelier
Prime and Proper
Detroit, MI
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Took over Wine program after Liz Matinez left the company
Lead Server
Coach Insignia
Detroit, MI
05.2013 - 02.2017
- Lead / Head Server and Trainer.
- Helped with Wine Program
Head Server Then General Manager
Opus One
Detroit, MI
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Trained Staff
- Worked with Sommelier
- Scheduling
- Payroll
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Photography & Fine Art
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2004
Skills
- WSET Lvl 2
- CMS
- Cicerone
- TIPS & SERVE SAFE Certified
- AGM & GM Experience
- Hospitality service expertise
- Inventory management
- Wine service
- Upselling techniques
- Server training
- Liquor, wine, and food knowledge
- POS operation
Timeline
Server
San Morello in Shinola Hotel
03.2024 - Current
Sommelier and Floor Manager
Joe Muer Seafood (RenCen)
06.2021 - 03.2024
Server Then Sommelier
Prime and Proper
02.2017 - 03.2020
Lead Server
Coach Insignia
05.2013 - 02.2017
Head Server Then General Manager
Opus One
06.2008 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Photography & Fine Art
University of Michigan