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Trevor Van Den Bussche

Trevor Van Den Bussche

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Customer Service Specialist / General Manager / Wine Professional

  • Education

    • Robert Mondavi Winery

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      To Kalon Certification Program Wine

      A detailed certification program at Robert Mondavi Winery focused on the globally recognized wines of the To Kalon Vineyard.

    • Wine & Spirit Education Trust

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      Advanced - Level 3 - Certificate in Wines & Spirits Wine Pass with Merit

    • The University of Western Ontario

      2004 - 2006
      Masters Music

      Activities and Societies: Opera, Rec hockey, volleyball, squash Teacher Assistant for UWOpera and Sight Singing classes for Undergraduate studentsOrganized, executed and lead a cast of 10 to successfully complete several performances of Little Red Riding Hood with minimal faculty guidance. This included ordering props, costumes, scheduling rehearsals, and running shows on time all while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.Was available for extra help as the teacher of the sight-reading class to ensure that all students had access to… Show more Teacher Assistant for UWOpera and Sight Singing classes for Undergraduate studentsOrganized, executed and lead a cast of 10 to successfully complete several performances of Little Red Riding Hood with minimal faculty guidance. This included ordering props, costumes, scheduling rehearsals, and running shows on time all while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.Was available for extra help as the teacher of the sight-reading class to ensure that all students had access to completing the class with total success.; Show less

    • The University of Western Ontario

      2003 - 2004
      Diploma Music; Performance and Literature

    • The University of Calgary

      1996 - 2001
      Bachelor of Music Voice Performance

    • Wine & Spirit Education Trust

      2015 - 2016
      Intermediate - Level 2 - Certificate in Wine & Spirits Wine

  • Experience

    • Dockside Clothing Company

      Jan 1995 - Jan 1998
      Sales

      Dockside was a division of Comark Inc. clothing company with stores across Canada.

    • The Keg Steakhouse and Bar

      Jan 1996 - Nov 2011
      The Keg

      The Keg Steakhouse and Bar is the undisputed Steakhouse leader in Canada and the United States. The Keg has a focus on high-quality steaks, and a casual yet contemporary dining experience with the utmost attention to detail to provide superior customer service to clients.

    • University of Western Ontario

      Sept 2004 - May 2006
      TA

      Stage Manager for UWOpera-Organized, executed and lead a cast of 10 to successfully complete several performances of Little Red Riding Hood with minimal faculty guidance. This included ordering props, costumes, scheduling rehearsals, and running shows on time all while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.Teacher for Undergraduate Sight singing classes-Was available for extra help as the teacher of the sight-reading class to ensure that all students had access to completing the class with total success.; Show less

    • Canadian Opera Company

      Aug 2008 - Nov 2008
      Baritone

      Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the largest in North America. The company enjoys an international reputation for artistic excellence and creative innovation.

    • Score Marketing Inc.

      Jan 2012 - Jan 2014
      Associate

      Score Marketing Inc. is a Vancouver-based boutique agency specializing in sponsorship marketing, with primary focus on Canadian brands and properties.Responsibilities:Develop new business opportunities to meet trendsHelp develop and implement strategic sales plansFacilitate client requirements meetings – both in person and/or remotely using current online presentation applicationsDevelop market analysis to identify customer needs, price schedules, and discount ratesStay current with client needs, competition, and industry trendsDeliver sales presentations/proposals to prospective clients with a successful closing rateDevelop and manage client & agency relationshipsEvaluate accountsManage projects to make sure that they get completed in a timely manner Responsible for assisting with sales/marketing campaigns Show less

    • The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

      Apr 2013 - Aug 2019
      Manager

      Recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and counselling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.Achieving restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; determining system improvements; implementing change.Controls costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation; minimizing waste; ensuring high quality of preparation.Maximizes bar profitability by ensuring portion and inventory control; monitoring accuracy of charges; Maintain safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; securing revenues; implementing disaster plans; maintaining security.Maintains ambiance by controlling lighting, background music, linen service, glassware, dinnerware, and utensil quality and placement; monitoring food presentation and service.Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Skills and Qualifications:People Management, Planning, Foster Teamwork, Giving Feedback, Customer Service, Self-Motivated, Energy Level, Multi-tasking, Resolving Conflict, Verbal Communication, Hospitality. Show less

    • JAK'S Beer Wine & Spirits

      Aug 2020 - Jan 2023

      • General Manager

        Aug 2021 - Jan 2023

      • Supervisor

        Aug 2020 - Jul 2021

    • Grouse Mountain

      Oct 2020 - May 2021
      Supervisor

    • Otter Co-op

      Jan 2023 - Aug 2023
      General Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)

      WSET — Wine & Spirit Education Trust