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Riley Kell

Riley Kell

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Seasoned hospitality professional with a focus on wine education and customer service. Actively studying for CMS Certified exam to deepen understanding of wine. Skilled in guiding clients to select ideal wine pairings for meal. My goal is to always give people a positive dining experience and leave wanting to come back.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sommeiler

Sarasota Wine Co
Saraota , FL
01.2025 - Current

Facilitated wine and food pairings to enhance guest experiences.

Assisted clients in selecting ideal wines for various occasions.

Conducted public speaking engagements to promote wine knowledge.

Evaluated pricing strategies for diverse wine selections.

Traveled to pour wine at private events

Travel Agent

Baytown Travel
01.2024 - Current
  • I work part-time as a travel agent!
  • Giving people expertise on where they want to travel.
  • Help people stay organized with their travel plans.
  • Help people create the perfect itineraries.
  • Responded immediately to clients' questions, issues, and complaints, and found effective solutions when required.
  • Maintained relationships with travel partners and vendors.

Server, Event Server

Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant
Palmetto , FL
06.2023 - Current
  • I work events, serve downstairs, and run the upscale dining that is located upstairs on Friday and Saturday nights.
  • I learned to work with many tables at a time, while also giving great service.
  • I took the lead in the wine and bourbon events they have had.
  • I have learned to multitask while staying organized.
  • I have experience with setting tables up with the proper place settings.
  • Learned how to do everything in my power to make sure the guest leaves happy

Event Server

Athens Country Club
Athens, GA
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • I learned to work at big events with 300+ people.
  • I stayed organized while serving that many people.
  • Keep a smile on my face, no matter how stressful.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver food smoothly, adapting service based on customer requests and kitchen readiness.

Server, Event Server

Queenies
Canton, Georgia
01.2018 - 04.2022

I did serving and worked at events here.

Learned how to properly bartend.

Kept the food flowing in buffet-style serving.

Helped people set up their events and take them down.

Worked in a high-paced environment.

Server, Hostess

Goin Coastal Seafood
Canton, GA
02.2016 - 02.2021
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Gained knowledge about food and wine.
  • Learned proper wine service.
  • I learned how to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked well under pressure and learned to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Creekview Highschool
Canton GA
05-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management

University of North Georgia
Athens, GA

Skills

  • Passionate about wine
  • Basic wine knowledge
  • Knowledgeable about food
  • Table resetting
  • Time management
  • Works well under pressure
  • I am a conversationalist

Timeline

Sommeiler

Sarasota Wine Co
01.2025 - Current

Travel Agent

Baytown Travel
01.2024 - Current

Server, Event Server

Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant
06.2023 - Current

Event Server

Athens Country Club
01.2022 - 06.2022

Server, Event Server

Queenies
01.2018 - 04.2022

Server, Hostess

Goin Coastal Seafood
02.2016 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Creekview Highschool

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management

University of North Georgia
Riley Kell