Luis Daniel Sanchez
Miami
Summary
Passionate sommelier and hospitality professional with 4+ years of experience in high-end, wine-focused restaurants, including Michelin concepts. Proven track record in building guest loyalty, driving wine sales, and delivering world-class service. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a deep passion for wine education and a clear goal to grow within the wine and spirits distribution side of the industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain Server | Bartender
Tullio Ristorante
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow team members as needed.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Captain Server | Junior Somm
Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Mentored by sommelier team while managing tables and wine recommendations
- Helped execute wine pairings for VIP events and chef tastings
- Built strong guest relationships leading to increased return clientele and wine sales
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Server | Food Runner | Barback | Bartender
Luca Osteria / Shake N Bake
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Progressed from barback to lead server in an award-winning Italian restaurant
- Supported beverage team with daily inventory and staff tastings
- Trained in upselling premium Italian wines and spirits
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Server | Barback | Bartender
Coyo Taco
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed front-of-house and bar service in a high-traffic setting.
- Reinforced brand experience with fast-paced service.
Cashier | Supervisor
Subway
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Supervised operations, trained staff, resolved customer issues.
Education
High School -
Homestead Senior High School
Homestead, FL06.2020
Skills
- Bilingual: Fluent in English & Spanish; culturally adaptable across diverse client bases
- Comprehensive wine knowledge: Deep understanding of Old & New World varietals, appellations and producers
- Confident presenter & communicator: Strong public speaking and costumer engagement skills
- Sales-minded with guest first focus: Trained in upselling wine & spirits in high-volume, upscale environments
- Experience assisting in wine lists across restaurants: Familiar with purchasing, inventory and listing
- Work ethic & adaptability: Driven, coachable, and I thrive in fast-paced, evolving settings
Certification
- WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits - Pass with Distinction | 2024
- Court Of Master Sommeliers - Introductory Sommelier Certificate | 2025
- Currently preparing for the CMS Certified Sommelier Exam
- Future goals: WSET Level 3 Diploma and CMS Advanced Sommelier certification
LANGUAGE
Spanish (Native)
English (Fluent)
Timeline
Captain Server | Bartender
Tullio Ristorante
05.2025 - 08.2025
Captain Server | Junior Somm
Torno Subito by Massimo Bottura
05.2024 - 05.2025
Server | Food Runner | Barback | Bartender
Luca Osteria / Shake N Bake
03.2021 - 04.2024
Server | Barback | Bartender
Coyo Taco
01.2020 - 02.2021
Cashier | Supervisor
Subway
01.2020 - 12.2020
High School -
Homestead Senior High School
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