Ashish Kumar Ashu
Sommelier
New Delhi
Summary
Dedicated Sommelier & Bar Manager with over ten years of experience advising restaurants, Hotels, and clients about wines and other beverages. Experienced in conducting wine tastings and helping restaurants and event venues to develop wine lists based on their menus. Bringing forth a true passion for wines and excellent communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Sommelier / Restaurant Manager
Fig, True To Palate Hospitality Pvt. Ltd
New Delhi
04.2023 - Current
- Worked to cultivate strong team-oriented environment.
- Brought forth energetic attitude and positive spirit.
- Continually adapted and excelled in fast-paced environment.
- Monitored dining room and made seating changes as necessary.
- Assisted supervisors with implementation of planned changes and initiatives.
- Effectively coached and counseled staff as needed.
- Assessed restaurant proficiency and made planned changes where necessary.
- Implemented positive employee policies and procedures.
- Created and implemented effective marketing campaigns to drive customer support.
- Created and monitored restaurant budget and inventory logs.
- Developed nutritional labeling system for restaurant dishes, promoting healthier eating habits among customers
- Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
Sommelier / Asst. Beverage Manager
RVN Hospitality, Khan Market
New Delhi
11.2019 - 02.2023
- Responsible for the day-to-day beverage operations of the restaurant.
- Monitored conditions of wine cellar, keeping all bottles stored at appropriate temperature.
- Set up wine tastings to bring in business and promote special offerings.
- Incorporated guest and management feedback to deliver unparalleled service and consistently hit profit targets.
- Promoted special wine menu for holidays to complement chef's dinner specialties.
- Oversaw successful bar service and operations to handle as many as 400+ guests per day.
- Managed cellar and beverage storage maintenance to prevent inventory spoilage.
- Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
Bar Manager
Dao, Rara Premiere Foods Pvt. Ltd
New Delhi
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Did Beverages consultancy for all of outlets and improved Beverage Menu, which helped them to increase sales 12% more.
- Participate on committees to assist with event details and other special requirements.
- Responsible for ordering supplies, inventory control, and establishing relationships with suppliers ensuring business receives competitive terms.
- Trained and supervised new bar staff on menu items, customer service, and safety protocols
- Developed new cocktail menu that received positive feedback and increased bar sales by 12%
- Managed inventory and restocking of bar supplies, resulting in 3% decrease in waste and spoilage
Head Of Bar
Royal China, ANI Hospitality Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
05.2016 - 03.2017
- Managing and overseeing administrative aspects of day to day operations
- These aspects include but are not limited to maintaining current liquor licenses
- Identifying and contacting potential suppliers, and negotiating contracts,tracking and maintaining inventory, managing budgets, and identifying and setting benchmark goals for business
- Recruiting, hiring, training, supervising staff
- Overseeing scheduling of staff to ensure that establishment runs smoothly during peak hours
- Ensuring that industry-specific quality and safety guidelines are followed by all staff
Asst. Bar Manager
Nawaabi, V.L Food & Hospitality Pvt Ltd
Gurgaon
05.2013 - 03.2016
- Converse with Guests about wine, advising the types and styles of wine, taking wine orders, and serving wine.
- Explaining and up-selling daily beverage specials.
- Beverages are up-sold and regularly replenished, abiding by responsible alcohol service regulations.
- Promoting and selling cocktails to guests.
Bar Supervisor
Ummami
Gurgaon
06.2011 - 12.2012
- Ensure all Alcoholics and Non-Alcoholic Liquors are maintain as per their qualities and available in bar for sale
- Maintain all liquor regulations as set out by Organization
- Ensure waste is minimized and properly recorded
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends
- Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options
- Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor,beer, wine and bar supplies.
Bartender
Orange Hara, Great India Restaurant Company
Gurgaon
08.2009 - 12.2010
- Responsible for maintain Bar Service & S.O.P
- Maintain inventory of bar with F&B controller
- Developed new signature cocktails to enhance bar reputation and increase profits
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
Education
Bachelors Program In Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Rajiv Gandhi Institute Of Management & Technology
Gurgaon, India 07.2017 - 06.2020
Master's Program In Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Rajiv Gandhi Institute Of Management & Technology
Gurgaon, India 06.2020 - 05.2022
Skills
Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
Knowledge of local vineyards and wineries
Manage wine cellar
Vendor Negotiations
Wine List Management
Wine Service Management
Stocking and replenishing
Certification
Introductory Sommelier, The Court of Master Sommeliers, Europe
Timeline
WSET Level 3 Award In Wine, Wine & Spirit Education Trust
01-2024
Sommelier / Restaurant Manager
Fig, True To Palate Hospitality Pvt. Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Introductory Sommelier, The Court of Master Sommeliers, Europe
03-2023
Certified Sommelier, The Court of Master Sommeliers, Europe
03-2023
WSET Level 2 Award In Wine, Wine & Spirit Education Trust
07-2021
Master's Program In Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Rajiv Gandhi Institute Of Management & Technology
06.2020 - 05.2022
Sommelier / Asst. Beverage Manager
RVN Hospitality, Khan Market
11.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelors Program In Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Rajiv Gandhi Institute Of Management & Technology
07.2017 - 06.2020
Bar Manager
Dao, Rara Premiere Foods Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 05.2019
Head Of Bar
Royal China, ANI Hospitality Pvt Ltd
05.2016 - 03.2017
Asst. Bar Manager
Nawaabi, V.L Food & Hospitality Pvt Ltd
05.2013 - 03.2016
Bar Supervisor
Ummami
06.2011 - 12.2012
Bartender
Orange Hara, Great India Restaurant Company
08.2009 - 12.2010
Internships, Apprentice, Jukaso IN, Gurgaon
07-2009