Robert Brzostowski
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Sommelier with strong track record of success in running efficient and profitable operations. Equipped with necessary abilities and knowledge to revitalize business and increase market share with proven strategies and innovative mindset focused on effective promotion and customer relations. Superior knowledge of wine, spirits and cocktails.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sommelier/Head Sommelier
MGM Resorts/Bellagio
03.2004 - Current
- Sommelier and Lead Sommelier in several outlets including Shintaro, Circo, Le Cirque, Prime Steakhouse, Harvest and The Mayfair Supper Club.
- Implemented new promotional strategies, dramatically increasing business.
- Design and maintain accurate wine list.
- Responsible for conducting inventory and stock control.
- Work with vendors to ensure profitability.
- Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
- Represented establishment professionally with guests and earned consistent repeat and referral business.
- Traveled to vineyards around world to discover obscure vintages and varieties and better understand global winemaking process.
Manager of Food & Beverage
Ritz-Carlton
03.2001 - 09.2004
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction
General Manager
Mirabella Restaurant
06.1996 - 03.2001
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, and schedules.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO06.1998
Master of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Silesia
Poland06.1993
Skills
- Attention to details
- Time management
- Problem solving abilities
- Good communication skills
- Computer proficiency
Certification
- Advanced Sommelier Diploma by Court of Master Sommelier
- Certified Sake Professional by Sake Educational Council
- Certification in Spirits and Mixology by SG Academy
Timeline
Sommelier/Head Sommelier
MGM Resorts/Bellagio
03.2004 - Current
Manager of Food & Beverage
Ritz-Carlton
03.2001 - 09.2004
General Manager
Mirabella Restaurant
06.1996 - 03.2001
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Colorado Mountain College
Master of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Silesia
- Advanced Sommelier Diploma by Court of Master Sommelier
- Certified Sake Professional by Sake Educational Council
- Certification in Spirits and Mixology by SG Academy
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