Renato Bringas
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Accomplished General Manager and Beverage Director with a proven track record at Andiron, enhancing operational efficiency and employee satisfaction. Expert in P&L management and staff supervision, as well as spearheaded a wine program with over 900 labels, significantly boosting guest satisfaction. My leadership has been instrumental in achieving a high employee retention rate and optimizing inventory to reduce waste.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager / Beverage Director
Andiron
08.2021 - Current
- Orchestrated all aspects of restaurant operations including inventory management, vendor relations, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Mentored and motivated a team of 45 staff members, fostering positive work environment that resulted in high employee retention and satisfaction.
- Designed and managed a comprehensive wine program, selecting over 900 labels to complement diverse menu offerings and enhance guest satisfaction.
- Implemented efficient inventory tracking systems, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory.
Director of Wine and Spirits
Berg Hospitality
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed wine and spirits budget effectively, achieving annual cost of 22% through strategic purchasing and cost control measures.
- Handled distribution of allocated wines and spirits for 7 concepts.
- Organized and hosted successful wine tasting events, dinners, and promotions, attracting new clientele and enhancing restaurant’s reputation as a destination for wine enthusiasts.
- Continuous education of hourly and salaried staff to generated sales.
Head Sommelier
Wine Spectator
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Handling of cellar / cellar list management of a 3500 label list and 40000 bottles of inventory.
- Oversaw day to day operations of a team of 6 Sommeliers and 2 Cellar Masters
- Thorough note taking of member wine and spirit preferences to better service our members.
- Lead weekly wine tastings and education of servers and sommelier team.
Head Sommelier
Carbone
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Handling of wine list / wine cellar of 800 labels and 6000 bottles of inventory.
- Over saw thee day to day operations of a team of 3 sommeliers and a junior sommelier.
- Annual sales of $2.4 million in wine sales.
- Managed cellar and beverage storage maintenance to prevent inventory spoilage
Sommelier
Le Coucou
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Lead staff education of sommeliers and servers.
- Assisted in bi-weekly inventory of 700 label list.
- 2016 James Beard Best New Restaurant winner
- 1 Michelin Star
Education
History
University of Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- Staff Supervision
- P&L Management
- Quality Management
- Advanced Sommelier Certificate
Timeline
General Manager / Beverage Director
Andiron
08.2021 - Current
Director of Wine and Spirits
Berg Hospitality
05.2020 - 08.2021
Head Sommelier
Wine Spectator
08.2019 - 03.2020
Head Sommelier
Carbone
08.2017 - 09.2019
Sommelier
Le Coucou
02.2016 - 11.2017
History
University of Houston
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