Dedicated hospitality professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional wine knowledge. Proven ability to build relationships and manage high-pressure situations, delivering outstanding service in fine dining and high-volume environments.
Work History
Server/Bartender
Amandas
4 years experience in a fine dining establishment focused on exceptional service and knowledge of wine and cuisine.
Assisted the sommelier with wine dinners
Was responsible for large parties and high volume sections.
Server
Eatery
3 years at a busy Hells Kitchen neighborhood restaurant
Bartender
Siberia
5 years in a high volume midtown bar managing all aspects of the business.
Server
Peasant
Rustic Italian restaurant with emphasis on open fire cooking.
Required to translate the entire menu from Italian into English for each table or guest.
Extensive Italian wine list we needed to be knowledgeable of.
Server
The Odeon
4 years in a high volume Tribeca restaurant.
Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
Worked large parties and special events.
Sales Executive
4 Years 7 Months
Star Fabrics | 01.2022 - Current
Developed and maintained strong relationships with key accounts to drive customer loyalty.
Worked with overseas mills to source and develop fabrics for seasonal sales and presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Kent State University | Kent, OH | 06-1993
Skills
Very strong work ethic to constantly be engaged and on top of my customers or otherwise working to prepare for future guests.
Knowledgeable about wine and comfortable with table side wine service.