Brieuc Le Clerc
Perth
Summary
Sommelier and Front of House professional with 8+ years of experience in enhancing dining experiences through expert wine selection and pairing. Proficient in customer service, communication, and team coordination, with a keen ability to anticipate guest needs and improve service flow. Passionate about leveraging skills in wine tasting and sales management to elevate guest satisfaction and loyalty.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Staff Member
Bannockburn Hotel
Bannockburn
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Delivered personalized service, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Advised on wine pairings, boosting customer dining experience.
- Anticipated guest needs, maintaining high hospitality standards.
- Coordinated kitchen, bar, and restaurant operations seamlessly.
Harvest Worker
Felton Road
Central Otago
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Collected grapes at New Zealand's number 1 vineyard, ensuring quality and timely harvest completion.
Front of House Staff Member
Wine and Whiskey Bar
Mangonui
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Professionally, enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
- Increased average check value by effectively recommending food and beverages.
- Utilized persuasive communication to broaden guest experiences with menu offerings.
Junior Sommelier
Le Pavillon des boulevards, 1* Michelin
Bordeaux
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Created detailed reports of food pairings and suggested wines for menu items.
- Recommended bottles from the cellar based on customer preference and budget constraints.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations in accordance with local laws.
Sales Manager
The Wine Merchant
Bordeaux
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Introduce and explain our wines to clients and consumers
- Development of number of sales and new clients
- Wine tasting and masterclass to consumers, winery owner and restaurant
Waitress and Sommelier
Le cru gourmand
Plerin
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - LCQ
LCQ
New Zealand01-2023
Some College (No Degree) - WSET Level 2
Wine Educate
Bordeaux FRANCE01-2020
Some College (No Degree) - RSA
Australia
Skills
- Customer service
- Wine pairing
- Menu knowledge
- Food safety
- Wine tasting
- Sales Management
- Team coordination
- Adaptability
- Self Management
Languages
- English (C1)
- French (native)
- German (A2)
- Vietnamese (A2)
Timeline
Harvest Worker
Felton Road
04.2024 - 05.2024
Front of House Staff Member
Bannockburn Hotel
03.2024 - 10.2024
Front of House Staff Member
Wine and Whiskey Bar
11.2023 - 02.2024
Junior Sommelier
Le Pavillon des boulevards, 1* Michelin
01.2021 - 05.2023
Sales Manager
The Wine Merchant
01.2019 - 12.2020
Waitress and Sommelier
Le cru gourmand
04.2016 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - LCQ
LCQ
Some College (No Degree) - WSET Level 2
Wine Educate
Some College (No Degree) - RSA
Australia