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Kendahl "Mikayla" Mills

Glenpool,OK

Summary

Highly effective and well-educated Sommelier. Develops exciting promotional events to draw in customers. Successfully interacts with customers enjoying fine wines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead and Sommelier

Waters Edge Winery
01.2023 - Current
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by recommending and pairing wines with menu items based on individual preferences.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing any issues or concerns regarding wine choices, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

Owner

Kaya's Global Kitchen
03.2022 - Current

This business focuses on teaching people about Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and migrants through food.

  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

Baker, FOH, and BOH

The Local Deli
02.2022 - 09.2022

Legal Assistant and Receptionist

Moss Immigration Law
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.

Magazine merchandiser

One Source
12.2020 - 05.2021

Teaching Assistant

Kidtown Preschool at Overlake
05.2020 - 08.2020

Host, Waitress

Brix Wine Cafe
04.2017 - 10.2019

Host, Waitress, Expo

Tipsy Cow Burger Bar, Redmond
04.2016 - 10.2019

Intern

World Relief Seattle
06.2018 - 02.2019
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within the immigration industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Education

Level 1 and 2 Sommelier Certifications - Wine

The National Wine School
Philadelphia, PA
09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies

The University of Washington, Bothell
Bothell, WA
08.2018

Skills

  • Microsoft Office and Google Drive
  • Excellent people skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Communication
  • Case file organization
  • Writing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Cash Handling
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Team building

Awards

Certificate of High Scholarship- University of Washington

Timeline

Team Lead and Sommelier

Waters Edge Winery
01.2023 - Current

Owner

Kaya's Global Kitchen
03.2022 - Current

Baker, FOH, and BOH

The Local Deli
02.2022 - 09.2022

Legal Assistant and Receptionist

Moss Immigration Law
05.2021 - 03.2022

Magazine merchandiser

One Source
12.2020 - 05.2021

Teaching Assistant

Kidtown Preschool at Overlake
05.2020 - 08.2020

Intern

World Relief Seattle
06.2018 - 02.2019

Host, Waitress

Brix Wine Cafe
04.2017 - 10.2019

Host, Waitress, Expo

Tipsy Cow Burger Bar, Redmond
04.2016 - 10.2019

Level 1 and 2 Sommelier Certifications - Wine

The National Wine School

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies

The University of Washington, Bothell
Kendahl "Mikayla" Mills