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Vilette (Vi) Hill

Northlake,TX

Summary

Sommelier - Fine Dining

Highly effective and well-educated Sommelier. Hardworking, and highly skilled in sales, communications, and organization. Thorough understanding of the wine industry, Old World regional specialties, New World offerings, and local producers. Experienced at building a customer base and improving overall wine sales. Committed to food and beverage safety.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Wine Contractor

Scout & Cellar®
06.2024 - Current
  • Organized and conducted wine tasting events to generate interest in new products and drive sales.
  • Collaborated with management to identify potential growth opportunities, resulting in the introduction of new products and an expanded customer base.
  • Enhanced Brand recognition through exceptional customer service, extensive knowledge of wine varieties, and attention to detail.
  • Implemented new promotional strategies, dramatically increasing business.

Wine Sales Associate

Messina Hof Winery
03.2024 - Current
  • Increased wine sales on premium wines by engaging and informative product demonstrations.
  • Demonstrated strong product knowledge when assisting guests at tasting events, promoting brand awareness for featured wines within our establishment.
  • Implemented effective merchandising strategies to showcase premium wine selections, resulting in higher average transaction values.

Sole Proprietor

It's Time for Wine
10.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
  • Built a solid reputation in the local wine industry through consistent delivery of excellent service and professionalism.
  • Studied the market to determine optimal pricing of wine service offerings and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Manage all financial aspects of the business, including invoicing, budgeting, and tax preparation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems

DeVry University
Chicago, IL

Level 2 Certification - Wine And Spirits

WSET
Dallas, TX

Skills

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Teamwork and Collaboration

POS Systems

Attention to Detail

Dependable and Responsible

Excellent Communication

Computer Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Timeline

Independent Wine Contractor

Scout & Cellar®
06.2024 - Current

Wine Sales Associate

Messina Hof Winery
03.2024 - Current

Sole Proprietor

It's Time for Wine
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems

DeVry University

Level 2 Certification - Wine And Spirits

WSET

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