KENNEDY SIMPSON
Greenwith,Australia
Summary
Resourceful Assistant Winemaker known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in vineyard management, fermentation process oversight, and quality control, ensuring premium wine production. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to successful winemaking operations. Skilled Assistant Winemaker with comprehensive knowledge of winemaking processes, including grape selection, fermentation, and bottling. Proficient in maintaining cleanliness and organization within winery facilities while adhering to regulatory compliance standards. Demonstrated ability in tastings and blendings, resulting in consistently high-quality wines. In previous roles, contributed to increased production efficiency and improved wine quality through innovative techniques and strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Winemaker
Paracombe Wines
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in fermentation processes using specialized equipment and techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the winery and production areas.
- Supported blending trials to develop unique wine profiles and flavors.
- Monitored wine aging conditions to ensure proper development and quality.
- working in sales and distribution
- performing vineyard tasks
Assistant Winemaker
Two Hands Wines
07.2022 - 12.2023
- responsible for all laboratory work.
- overseeing all aspects of cellar work
- planning weekly and daily tasks to ensure efficiency
- Hiring and training of vintage Casuals
Full Time Senior Cellar Hand
Shaw + Smith
Balhannah, SA
05.2015 - 05.2021
- Operated winery equipment for fermentation and processing of grapes.
- Assisted in cleaning and sanitizing barrels and equipment after use.
- Conducted quality checks on wine during different production stages.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in the cellar.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and operational protocols in the winery.
Wine Sales/ Tasting Room Manager
East End Cellars
08.2009 - 01.2015
- Managed daily operations of tasting room, ensuring smooth visitor experiences.
- Maintained inventory of wines and merchandise, ensuring stock availability.
Education
Bachelor of Wine Science -
Charles Sturt University
01.2021
Certificate 3 - Commercial cookery
Cibo Ristorante, Regency Tafe
01.2003
Skills
- Diligent work ethic
- Fermentation processes
- Laboratory analysis
- Wine blending
- Wine chemistry expertise
- Clarification processes
- Collaborative team member
- Quality control
- Positive mindset
- Wine stabilization
- Filtration techniques
- Fermentation management
- Sales strategies
- Employee training
- Effective time management
- Equipment operation
Additional Information - Reference Note
A reference from Paracombe can be provided if I make it through to an interview. I have not discussed this application with them yet. Unsure of their reaction.
References
- Adam Wadewitz, Head Winemaker/CEO, Shaw + Smith Wines, 01/15, Present, 0428 149 128, adam.wadewitz@shawandsmith.com
- Greg Lane, Head Winemaker, Mount Difficulty Wines, Central Otago, Winemaker, Shaw + Smith, 01/15, 12/17, +6421 197 8505
- Richard Langford, Head Winemaker, Two Hands Wines, 0419212291
Qualifications And Training
- Bachelor of Oenology & Viticulture CSU
- Chief fire warden Shaw + Smith
- Forklift license, competent operator
- First aid certified
- Confined space training and license
- Associate Judge 2018 Adelaide Hills Wine Show
- Vintage educator of casuals and shift team leader
Work Skills
Assigning daily tasks to cellar team, Ensuring all Laboratory tasks are performed accurately, Setting up tastings and fining/addition trials, Managing shifts and ensuring goals are met, Bottling line sterilization and filter replacement, Getting wine into specification for bottling, Blending wine, Hosting public tastings, engaging with clients, Strong sensory skills, Pall and Della Toffola High Solids Cross flow, Lenticular filtration, Basket and pneumatic bag press operation, Centrifuge and lobe pumps, Vintrace, All aspects of lab work
Certification
- forklift and scissor lift license
- first aid certificate
Accomplishments
- Associate judge at the 2018 Adelaide Hills Wine Show
Timeline
Assistant Winemaker
Paracombe Wines
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Winemaker
Two Hands Wines
07.2022 - 12.2023
Full Time Senior Cellar Hand
Shaw + Smith
05.2015 - 05.2021
Wine Sales/ Tasting Room Manager
East End Cellars
08.2009 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Wine Science -
Charles Sturt University
Certificate 3 - Commercial cookery
Cibo Ristorante, Regency Tafe
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