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Weronika Paluszek

Weronika Paluszek

Wrocław

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Wine Director

Rymarczyk & Białobrocki Import
03.2024 - Current
  • Maintained direct communication with winemakers for a diverse wine selection.
  • Planned selling events to showcase wines and drive sales growth.
  • Conducted training for waitstaff to improve service and upselling.
  • Selected wines based on trends; managed inventory orders.

Wine Director

Vinci Skład Win
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Selected and imported a diverse range of wines from European regions.
  • Added 23 new wineries to the existing selection, enriching the offerings available to customers.
  • Developed sales strategies and partnerships within the HoReCa sector, strengthening relationships and maximizing wine sales.

Executive Sommelier

Restaurant Corleone, Restaurant Papryczki 5, Restaurant Soprano, Restaurant Primo, Pizzeria 3 Papryczki
03.2021 - 12.2023
  • Developed wine lists by analyzing sales data and trends, ensuring alignment with the restaurant’s theme and clientele.
  • Implemented training sessions for staff to enhance their wine knowledge and service skills.
  • Coordinated wine tastings, dinners, and themed parties to engage customers and promote wine offerings.
  • Offered expert sommelier support during busy periods to enhance guest experiences.

Wine Bar & Wine Shop Manager

Miro Wine Bar & Wine Shop
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw a team of up to 10 individuals; focusing on recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Developed and maintained a diverse wine list, ensuring selections appealed to a broad spectrum of consumer tastes.
  • Oversaw delivery schedules and inventory management, optimizing turnover rates while ensuring product freshness and availability.
  • Coordinated and lead exclusive wine tastings and other wine events featuring renowned journalists, winemakers and top Polish wine specialists.
  • Directed social media efforts for the wine bar and developing marketing strategies.

Independent Wine Specialist

Self-Employed
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Authored engaging articles and created content for the wine blog “Have a Bite,” focusing on wine news, local projects, and events in Wroclaw and its surrounding areas.
  • Coordinated various wine events with Polish and natural wines in Lower Silesia region.

Co-owner & Manager

Bar 'u Celiny'
02.2017 - 09.2017
  • Managed comprehensive restaurant operations, including staff recruitment and training, inventory management, and maintaining strong vendor relationships to ensure smooth daily functioning.
  • Planned and executed a variety of events such as small weddings, christenings, and birthday celebrations.
  • Oversaw delivery processes to ensure product quality while minimizing waste, thereby optimizing cost efficiency within the restaurant’s operations.

Education

Bechelor's Degree - Public Relations, International Studies, Leadership and Social Change

Virginia Polytechnic Intitute And State University
Blacksburg, VA
12-2016

Skills

  • Wine service management
  • Cellar management
  • Staff training and development
  • Event planning and execution
  • Wine list management
  • Wine pairing expertise
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Wine education
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Wine Director

Rymarczyk & Białobrocki Import
03.2024 - Current

Wine Director

Vinci Skład Win
06.2022 - 12.2023

Executive Sommelier

Restaurant Corleone, Restaurant Papryczki 5, Restaurant Soprano, Restaurant Primo, Pizzeria 3 Papryczki
03.2021 - 12.2023

Wine Bar & Wine Shop Manager

Miro Wine Bar & Wine Shop
01.2020 - 12.2023

Independent Wine Specialist

Self-Employed
07.2017 - 12.2019

Co-owner & Manager

Bar 'u Celiny'
02.2017 - 09.2017

Bechelor's Degree - Public Relations, International Studies, Leadership and Social Change

Virginia Polytechnic Intitute And State University

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