Carsten Salewski
Trier
Summary
Well-rounded Sommelier passionate about finer things in life. Communicative and astute with many years in hospitality industry. Knowledgeable and personable Sommelier excels at upselling through professional knowledge and hospitality. Creates balanced yet characteristic wine list with passion and commitment, delivering exceptional level of guest service. Well-spoken, bilingual Sommelier trained by experts. Natural communicator consistently thinks outside of the box. Background teaching at resorts promoting wine workshops and seminars.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master of Wine - Sommelier Level 3 WSET
Origo Consulting
Luxembourg
01.2024 - Current
- Developed extensive knowledge of wines, including flavors, aromas, regions, and winemaking techniques.
- Reviewed wine labels and vintages to recommend the best options for customers.
- Assisted customers with selecting appropriate wines for their meals or special occasions.
- Organized regular tastings and educational seminars in order to promote new products to customers.
- Created detailed reports of food pairings and suggested wines for menu items.
- Advised clients on how to properly store and serve wines at optimal temperatures.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop custom menus that incorporated food-wine pairings.
- Performed routine maintenance on refrigeration units used for storing wines.
- Planned events such as dinners, tastings, and festivals featuring different types of wines.
- Engaged guests through conversation about the various styles of wines available.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Wine Master
IHK Koblenz On Behalf of WSET London
Koblenz01-2021
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Vendor Negotiations
- Budgeting and cost control
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Special Events
- Menu development
- Upselling
- Food handling
Languages
German
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Luxembourgois
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Member of German Sommelierunion e.V. since march 2024
- Member of wineassociations around the globe
- Master of Sommelier "Sud de France" Lanquedoc - Roussillion
Timeline
Master of Wine - Sommelier Level 3 WSET
Origo Consulting
01.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Wine Master
IHK Koblenz On Behalf of WSET London
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