Philip Taylor
Summary
Sommelier and Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and cocktails. Hospitality-driven and committed to an efficient flow of service. Excited to learn more and do more in the world of wine.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sommelier
Cafe Chelsea
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by recommending and pairing wines with menu items based on individual preferences.
- Managed wine inventory efficiently, ensuring proper storage conditions and rotation to maintain quality.
Bartender & Sommelier
El Quijote
09.2022 - 01.2024
- As a Bartender, kept bar presentable and well-stocked, while maintaining the flow of service, to meet guest's needs and expectations.
- As a Sommelier, aided the overall guest experience from being knowledgeable on all menus, and supporting servers, hosts, runners.
Bartender & Sommelier
Mood Tapas Bar
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Aided guest experience, guiding them through a large menu of both food and beverage.
- Collaborated with the Chef and General Manager for weekly specials and how to pair them
Head Bartender
Brooklyn's On Boulder
08.2017 - 02.2022
- Built menus, hired and trained staff, conducted inventory, and managed general flow of service
- Taught classes and hosted events for the general public
Skills
Claire Paparazzo
Wine Director, Hotel Chelsea
Claire@HotelChelseacom
(917) 439-9006
Zaneta Ramcharran
Former General Manager, El Quijote
zramcharran52@gmailcom
(626) 421-8517
Certification
Certified Sommelier
Court of Master Sommeliers - [2022]
Executive Bourbon Steward
Stave & Thief Society - [2018]
BarSmarts Advanced w/ Honors
Pernod-Ricard - [2018]
Certified Beer Server
Cicerone Organization - [2019]
Timeline
Sommelier
Cafe Chelsea
01.2024 - Current
Bartender & Sommelier
El Quijote
09.2022 - 01.2024
Bartender & Sommelier
Mood Tapas Bar
02.2022 - 08.2022
Head Bartender
Brooklyn's On Boulder
08.2017 - 02.2022
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