Gustavo Kroneis
North Fremantle,WA
Summary
Customer and Results-oriented Group Sommelier with a background in fine dining restaurants in Sydney, accomplished at staying up to date on current products, market trends and product development.
I have been working through the years with a variety of beverage distributors and importers, with long term relations that benefited both supplier and buyer sides.
I have been responsible for creating and running wines lists and beverage programs for many different restaurants and brands, from fine dining to casual venues simultaneously and being part of the team deciding the company's yearly events program.
Ideally looking for a position as Group Sommelier or Wine Director, although open to face a different challenge.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Sommelier
Pacific Hunter Hospitality Group
Sydney
09.2010 - 02.2024
- My first role with the company was as Head Sommelier of The Cut Bar and Grill in The Rocks. In that position I was responsible for the beverage list and program for the restaurant as well as assisting customers with selection of beverages.
- In February 2014 I became responsible for the beverage program of The Cut Bar and Grill, Saké Restaurant and Bar, and Ananas Bar & Brasserie - the premium brands. I also overlooked the wine lists and training for the casual brands (The Argyle Bar and Bavarian Bier Cafe) as well as working on the premium venues assisting customers with selection of beverages.
- In August 2016 I was officially promoted to Group Sommelier continuing to run the beverage program for the premium brands and the wine program for the casual brands. Alongside the Beverage Director, we were responsible for achieving budget targets, negotiation of contracts and the development of new products for the company.
Head Sommelier
Four Seasons Hotel
05.2010 - 09.2010
- Responsible for the wine lists and program for Cables Restaurant, Cabana Bar and hotel rooms. This included wine buying, the agreement of new contracts with wine suppliers, rotating unused hotel stock,staff training and assisting customers with beverage choices.
Sommelier
Steel Bar and Grill
03.2009 - 05.2010
- Responsible for the wine list and program for the restaurant,wine buying, staff training, and assisting customers with beverage choices.
Education
Diploma Level 4 - Expert-level Qualification of Wine And Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
Ryde, NSW02-2019
Level 3 Award in Wines And Spirits - Advanced-level Qualification of Wine And Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
Sydney, NSW10-2008
Bachelor of Marketing And Advertising - Marketing And Advertising
Escola Superior De Propaganda E Marketing
São Paulo, Brazil12-1995
Skills
- Experience and knowledge of beverages with focus in wine and sake
- Experience with market of beverages, price negotiation, with focus in quality and value
- Supplier Negotiations
- Experience with food and beverage matching and events
- Costumer experience
- Communication skills with customers, staff (in venues and head office)
- Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, H&L System)
- Staff Training and Development
- Task Management
Accomplishments
- Global Winner 2022 of Best Sake List outside of Japan with Saké The Rocks, by The World of Fine Wine
- Receiving 3 Goblets by Australia's Wine List of The Year Awards every year since 2016 with Saké The Rocks
- Receiving 3 Goblets by Australia's Wine List of The Year Awards every year since 2015 with The Cut Bar and Grill
- Achieving targeted yearly beverage COGs since 2016
Affiliations
- Cycling
- Community sports, every year I am involved with the local soccer club as coach, assistant coach or referee
- Indoor rock climbing
- Going to the beach with the family is one of my favourite activities
- And I love to wine and dine of course!
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Group Sommelier
Pacific Hunter Hospitality Group
09.2010 - 02.2024
Head Sommelier
Four Seasons Hotel
05.2010 - 09.2010
Sommelier
Steel Bar and Grill
03.2009 - 05.2010
Diploma Level 4 - Expert-level Qualification of Wine And Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
Level 3 Award in Wines And Spirits - Advanced-level Qualification of Wine And Spirits
Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
Bachelor of Marketing And Advertising - Marketing And Advertising
Escola Superior De Propaganda E Marketing
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