Yvette Russell
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated sommelier with a proven track record in enhancing guest dining experiences through exceptional wine pairings and service standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sommelier
Daniel's Steakhouse
Miami, FL
08.2024 - 02.2026
- Maintained wine inventory and storage system for 2,000+ labels, ensuring optimal selection for customers.
- Cultivated vendor relationships to source high-quality wines, enhancing restaurant offerings.
- Conducted wine tastings to educate staff on selections.
- Managed wine list with BinWise software, facilitating accurate tracking and inventory control.
- Verified wine delivery invoices to ensure inventory accuracy.
Assistant General Manager/Head Sommelier
Carna SLS Baha Mar
Nassau, New Provence
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Led wine service operations and maintained wine cellar standards.
- Supported management of daily operations and guest services at luxury resort to enhance guest experience.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage and service quality.
- Streamlined inventory management to ensure sufficient supplies for restaurant services.
Sommelier
Bad Roman
New York, New York
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored wine service standards to ensure high guest satisfaction.
- Recommended wine pairings that enhanced dining experiences and complemented menu offerings.
- Conducted regular training sessions to improve employees' wine knowledge and service skills.
Sommelier
Quality Bistro
New York, New York
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Recommended wine pairings to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Updated wine list to reflect current trends, ensuring appeal to diverse customer base.
- Educated employees on wine knowledge, fostering team development through regular training sessions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NYSkills
- WSET Level 2 Certification
- Previous Food and Beverage experience in a high-paced environment with serving experience and food service experience
- Proven strong supervisory skills and the ability to meet high levels of service excellence
- Related experience, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- High-paced environment experience
Certification
WSET level 1 and 2
Timeline
Sommelier
Daniel's Steakhouse
08.2024 - 02.2026
Assistant General Manager/Head Sommelier
Carna SLS Baha Mar
02.2024 - 07.2024
Sommelier
Bad Roman
01.2023 - 02.2024
Sommelier
Quality Bistro
10.2019 - 01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Borough of Manhattan Community College