Serena Harkey

Experience

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  Bistro Laurent

  Aug 2009 - Jan 2015

  Captain/Wine Store Attendant
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  Thomas Hill Organics

  Feb 2013 - Feb 2014

  General Manager/Sommelier
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  LEFT BANK BRASSERIES

  Aug 2015 - Feb 2016

  Server
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  LB Steak

  Feb 2016 - Sept 2016

  Manager/Sommelier

  During my time at LB Steak I was able to create staff incentive programs for the wine program which in turn increased the businesses wine profits and created a drive for knowledge and success that I deem necessary in this industry. I also helped to create a team of employees that were motivated and excited but understood the demanding needs of successful service. This boosted morale and created a cohesive work environment that employees are happy to walk into.

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  Thomas Hill Organics

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2017

  Operations and Beverage Director

  I will be returning to my old stomping grounds at a very exciting time. We are currently in the process of opening up a second restaurant in San Luis Obispo, CA and revamping things in Paso Robles. Entering back in at such a crucial time affords me the opportunity to be incredibly creative yet organized while overseeing the entire process and guaranteeing the facilities efficiency, productivity and growth. I am so proud to be apart of the development and creation of this restaurants drive for perfection and success. Show less

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  LB Steak

  Apr 2017 - Jun 2020

  • General Manager & Sommelier

    Aug 2019 - Jun 2020

  • Assistant General Manager & Sommelier

    Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Sommelier & Wine Manager

    Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Operational Assistant General Manager

    Apr 2017 - Aug 2018
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  Vine Hospitality

  Jun 2020 - now

  • Director of Wine & Spirits

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Director of Wine

    Jun 2020 - now
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  Sommeliers Choice Awards

  Jun 2021 - now

  Judge