Hannah Harrington
Brooklyn
Summary
Knowledgeable sommelier with solid foundation in wine history, varietals and common practices. Skilled in technique with a serious passion for service and generosity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sommelier
Smithereens
New York, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Curate an extensive wine list with a quarterly flip of theme and inventory.
- Manage wine inventory ensuring proper storage conditions and rotation to maintain quality.
General Manager
Margot
Brooklyn, NY
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Manage service, create schedules and run payroll. Purchase for wine list and execute education for staff weekly. Organize private events and off site ventures.
- Foster a collaborative team environment to drive productivity and employee engagement.
Wine and Service Manager
King
New York, NY
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Manage nightly services, ensuring the success of the kitchen and service team. Create a weekly schedule. Collaborate on beverage menus with other managers. Organize and format the wine lists and cellar. Write nightly reports. Interview and train new staff. Educate staff on an extensive wine list.
Assistant General Manager
Chez Ma Tante
Brooklyn, NY
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Reopen a popular neighborhood restaurant for indoor service. Communicate with the kitchen and guests to facilitate rewarding dining experiences. Create schedules, assist with menu changes and manage the floor. I served as a liaison between upper management/ownership and hourly employees. Take monthly inventory and order liquor/wine for the house.
Captain
Olmsted
Brooklyn, NY
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Assist with shifting business strategies during peak pandemic. Create safe systems of service for guests and employees.
Captain
Maison Yaki
Brooklyn, NY
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Guide guests through food and beverage menu, take orders and deliver food. Communicate with team members, kitchen staff and management regarding guest needs and expectations. Manage cash tips and restock cash drawer. Train new employees.
Education
B.A. - English Literature
University of California, Berkeley
01.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- WordPress
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Personnel Management
- Customer Service
- Wine list management
- Supplier relationship management
Timeline
Sommelier
Smithereens
09.2024 - Current
General Manager
Margot
06.2023 - 09.2024
Wine and Service Manager
King
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant General Manager
Chez Ma Tante
03.2021 - 09.2022
Captain
Olmsted
05.2020 - 12.2020
Captain
Maison Yaki
03.2019 - 03.2020
B.A. - English Literature
University of California, Berkeley