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Farisai Evans Mhuri
Johannesburg
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Summary
Accomplished Wine Steward with over 15 years of hospitality expertise and advanced WSET Level 3 technical knowledge, specializing in the service and curation of Old World wines. Proven track record in elevating the guest experience through sophisticated tableside presentations, expert food pairings, and seamless restaurant floor management. Leverages a deep understanding of beverage operations and customer relationship management to drive excellence and brand loyalty in premium dining environments.
Professional professional with progressive experience in fine dining establishments. Skilled at training staff to highest standards of customer service. Superior communication skills and record of making sound decisions in high-pressure work environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4030
4030
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wine Steward
Wine Unlimited Restaurant
Johannesburg
01.2022 - Current
- Deliver expert tableside service and personalized wine recommendations to enhance the guest experience and drive beverage sales
- Curate bespoke wine pairings for seasonal menus, leveraging extensive knowledge of global varietals, regions, and flavor profiles
- Conduct formal wine presentations and educational demonstrations for guests, showcasing the distinct characteristics of various vintages and appellations
- Oversee cellar inventory and maintain optimal storage standards to ensure the integrity and quality of the wine collection
- Collaborate with culinary leadership to integrate new selections into the beverage program and ensure alignment with the restaurant's gastronomic standards
Waitress
Adega Alberton
Alberton
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Delivered high-quality dining experiences in a high-volume environment, consistently achieving superior guest satisfaction and fostering long-term patron loyalty.
- Orchestrated end-to-end food and beverage service, ensuring order precision and timely delivery while managing complex Point of Sale (POS) transactions.
- Recommended menu selections and specialized wine pairings to enhance the guest experience, successfully driving incremental revenue through strategic upselling.
- Resolved guest inquiries and service challenges with diplomacy, maintaining a professional atmosphere and ensuring a positive brand reputation.
- Mentored and trained new staff members on service standards and operational workflows to maintain organizational consistency and service excellence.
- Optimized table turnover rates during peak hours through proactive coordination with kitchen and support staff, maximizing seating capacity and operational efficiency.
Education
Wset Level 3 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre
Capetown , South Africa 03.2025 - 04.2026
Wset Level 2 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre
Hilltop College
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Wset Level 1 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre
Skills
- Wine Service & Pairing
- Guest Engagement & Hospitality
- Wset Knowledge
- Table Service & Food Handling
- Restaurant Floor Operations
- Wine List Knowledge
- Customer Relationship Management
- Wine Knowledge & Theory
- Wine Pairing
- Tableside Wine Service
- Customer Service
- Food & Beverage Service
- Public Speaking & Presentations
- Sensory Evaluation
- Viticulture & Enology
- Interpersonal Communication
- Hospitality Management
Certification
- Wset Level 3 Award In Wines, International Wine Education Centre
- Wset Level 2 Award In Wines, International Wine Education Centre
- Wset Level 1 Award In Wines, International Wine Education Centre
Additional Details
Current and valid passport holder, Full professional English language proficiency, Interested in global career progression within the hospitality sector
Timeline
Wset Level 3 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre
03.2025 - 04.2026
Wine Steward
Wine Unlimited Restaurant
01.2022 - Current
Waitress
Adega Alberton
01.2009 - 01.2020
Wset Level 2 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre
Hilltop College
Wset Level 1 Award In Wines - Enology
International Wine Education Centre