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SIMON KAUFMANN

SIMON KAUFMANN

Sommelier & Beverage Director
Kill Devil Hills,NC

Summary

Dynamic beverage director with a proven track record at Sorelle & The Blue Point. Excelling in inventory management and consistently exceeding target sales goals. Capable of executing wine dinners and special events. Recognized for exceptional service and operational excellence while fostering a positive team environment. Currently an Advanced Sommelier in pursuit of the Master Sommelier Diploma.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Sommelier

Zoe's Steak and Seafood
Virginia Beach, Virginia
10.2024 - Current
  • Sommelier Duties during events & wine dinners
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Lead Sommelier

Sorelle Mina Group & Beemok Hospitality
Charleston, SC
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • The Lead Sommelier is responsible for the purchasing, pricing, and inventory of all wine, beer & spirits.
  • Launched a monthly wine dinner series with retail wine sales.
  • Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
  • Coordinated wine selection and restocking for cellar with over 600 bottles and earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Assistant Manager/Sommelier

Wild Common by Easton Porter Group
Charleston, SC
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Led wine pairings to complement our tasting menu concept.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.

Beverage Director

The Blue Point
Duck, NC
06.2016 - 12.2021
  • Manage purchasing, pricing, and inventory of all wine, beer and spirits for The Blue Point’s multi-million dollar annual beverage program.
  • Established new wine retail program and special events, such as wine dinners, tastings, and private wine sales, to create a new stream of revenue for The Blue Point.
  • Managed multiple outlets, including hiring and training of new employees, scheduling, and leading continuous staff education courses.
  • Manage bar menus, including wine lists, signature mixed drinks, beer, and dessert beverages.

Project Manager / Snowpark Designer

Q-Parks
Innsbruck, Austria
12.2008 - 05.2012
  • Represented Q-Parks as a liaison for efficient and fluid Snowpark development in ski resorts throughout the Alps.
  • Oversaw the building, design implementation, and staffing of 8 snow parks in Austria, Switzerland, Italy, and Germany.
  • Responsible for solving problems within parks’ development or running and established solutions.

Education

Court of Master Sommeliers
  • Master Sommelier Candidate

Skills

CMS Advanced Sommelier

Timeline

Server/Sommelier - Zoe's Steak and Seafood
10.2024 - Current
Lead Sommelier - Sorelle Mina Group & Beemok Hospitality
02.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Manager/Sommelier - Wild Common by Easton Porter Group
01.2022 - 07.2022
Beverage Director - The Blue Point
06.2016 - 12.2021
Project Manager / Snowpark Designer - Q-Parks
12.2008 - 05.2012
Court of Master Sommeliers - ,

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