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Snabe Chisandawe

@SNABE

Experienced Waiter Bartender with Wine Expertise

Kareeberg Local Municipality, South Africa
Available in 1 month
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Sommelier+2
Sailing
Full-Time
Asia+1
USA+4
Considered

About

I am a committed waiter and Wine Sommelier with over 5 years of experience in high-pressure environments. I pride myself on delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable guest experiences.

Personal Details

Age35 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive knowledge of wines and customer service skills in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Passports

Zimbabwe

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy exploring different wine regions and learning about wine and food pairings.

Experience

Tasting Room Sommelier

Current
Apr 2026 - Present
STONY Brook WINE ESTATE

Bar waiter

Current
Jun 2025 - Present

Assistant Sommelier

Current
Jan 2023 - Present
Grand Province Restaurant

Assist the Sommelier in wine list management, including inventory control, wine ordering, and maintaining accurate wine list information. Provide exceptional wine service to guests, including wine pairing recommendations, wine pours, and wine list explanations. Develop and maintain knowledge of wine regions, grape varieties, and wine styles to effectively communicate with guests and make informed wine recommendations. Participate in wine tastings and training sessions to stay up-to-date on new wines, trends, and industry developments. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop wine pairing menus and promote wine sales, enhancing the overall dining experience for guests.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits

Skills

Other

Wine storage knowledge
Service etiquette
Upselling techniques
Guest-facing skills - Wine pairing
High-volume service
HACCP Compliances

Languages

EnglishFluent
SpanishBeginner
ItalianBeginner