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Katherine Simpson

Dubbo,NSW

Summary

Driven and dynamic professional with a proven track record at Pieter Van Gent Winery & Vineyard, excelling in guest relations management and inventory management. Skilled in elevating customer experiences and driving sales through expert product knowledge and team collaboration. Achieved significant customer engagement and satisfaction, showcasing exceptional brand promotion and time management abilities.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cellar Hand

Pieter Van Gent Winery & Vineyard
09.2013 - 10.2023

*Conducted wine tastings.

*Providing exceptional customer service.

*Actively promoting wine club memberships & driving sales targets.

*Increasing customer engagement & offering knowledge in regard to the Winery its products & the winemaking process.

*Securing Bookings of properties accommodations.

*Inventory management.

*Securing bookings of large groups & attending to the service ensuring customer satisfaction.

*General cellar operations, stocking shelves, maintaining cleanliness & organisation.

*Daily opening & closing of business.

*Organised bed linens & supplies.

*Performed cleaning & management of properties accommodations.

*Involved in bottling & labelling process.

Bartender

Courthouse Hotel
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Conducted cleaning duties for the properties accommodations.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.

Education

Year 10 Certificate

Mudgee High School
Mudgee, NSW

Skills

  • Product presentation
  • Payment Processing
  • Brand Promotion
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Product Knowledge
  • Staff Training
  • Housekeeping
  • Quality Assurance
  • Interior and exterior cleaning
  • Inventory Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management

Timeline

Cellar Hand

Pieter Van Gent Winery & Vineyard
09.2013 - 10.2023

Bartender

Courthouse Hotel
01.2011 - 01.2013

Year 10 Certificate

Mudgee High School
Katherine Simpson