Ryan P. McSwiggin

• Curated extensive wine list, ensuring diverse selections aligned with culinary offerings.
• Developed and implemented wine training programs for staff, enhancing product knowledge and service quality.
• Established relationships with key wine suppliers, negotiating advantageous terms and securing exclusive labels.
• Led tastings and events, elevating guest experiences through immersive wine education and pairing insights.
• Monitored inventory levels and managed procurement processes to optimize stock rotation and minimize waste.
• Mentored junior staff in wine service techniques, fostering a knowledgeable team equipped to exceed guest expectations.
• Collaborated with culinary team to craft innovative pairings, enhancing overall dining experience for guests.
• Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
• Set up wine tastings to bring in business and promote special offerings.

• Directing the wine program of over 1500 labels. Acted as Assistant General Manager, while focusing on the beverage program for the company

• Leading the team in learning about wine, selling wine in all restaurants in the hotel, tracking inventory and managing the wine program.
• A Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Led team of servers in the luxury wedding and event setting.

• Directed banquet operations for corporate and social events, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
• Managed staff scheduling and training, optimizing team performance during high-demand service periods.
• Coordinated logistics for event setup and breakdown, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely completion.