Kaylea Jones
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Wine professional with hands-on harvest experience in Sonoma, and 5+ years of leadership in the wine industry. Skilled in cellar operations, team collaboration, and delivering exceptional quality from production to customer experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Store Manager
Big Red Liquors
11.2025 - Current
- Lead daily store operations while supporting sales, inventory management, merchandising, and team development.
- Experience promoting wine events and utilizing expertise to educate and facilitate wine selections.
Cellar Intern
Merry Edward's Winery and Vineyards
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Contributed to the 2025 production of premium Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay.
- Operated and cleaned cellar equipment during crush and fermentation.
- Completed fruit processing, and press cycles in pneumatic press.
- Supported a small, collaborative team by following work orders including punchdowns, pumpovers, racking, barrel work, and sanitation.
Store Manager
Bev Shop by Big Red
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Recruited, trained, and mentored team members on wine knowledge, customer service, and responsible alcohol sales, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Implement seasonal promotions, tastings, and events leading to increased foot traffic, sales growth, and brand awareness.
- Monitor expenses to ensure profitability while meeting sales targets.
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Overseen the front end and acted as a liaison between customers and management.
- Supervised and evaluated cashier performance.
- Established and provided a positive work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stone City Christian Academy
Bedford, IN05-2017
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Event Planning
- Inventory Management
- Sanitation
- Fermentation
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Certified Specialist of Wine
- Fork Lift Certified
Timeline
Assistant Store Manager
Big Red Liquors
11.2025 - Current
Cellar Intern
Merry Edward's Winery and Vineyards
07.2025 - 11.2025
Store Manager
Bev Shop by Big Red
03.2024 - 07.2025
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
01.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Stone City Christian Academy