Nathan Cornelissen, Head Sommelier

Nathan Cornelissen

Head Sommelier

Grande Roche hotel

Location
South Africa
Education
Higher diploma, Court of Master Sommelier
Experience
7 years, 10 Months

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Total years of experience :7 years, 10 Months

Head Sommelier at Grande Roche hotel
  • South Africa
  • My current job since November 2018

Being a sommelier most commonly known as a wine expert. I create a wine lists that pairs with food menus. I create and update wine lists, make recommendations on food and wine pairings, and advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes.Creating and updating wine lists with the Chefs and Manager.
Making recommendations on food and wine pairings.
Ensuring that the wine cellar is fully stocked.
Informing guests on the variety of wines available.
Training wait staff on available wines.
Negotiating prices with vendors.
Organizing wine tasting events.
Complying with health and safety regulations.

Junior Sommelier at Thandi Wines
  • South Africa
  • July 2016 to October 2018

i am responsible for keeping Wine record of all the variety of wines, i also do big tastings for everyone because i have more insight of the wines. i am responsible for comparing the wines with different foods and lead a team.

Education

Higher diploma, Court of Master Sommelier
  • at DTI
  • October 2017

Specialties & Skills

Food Quality
Wineries
Project Management
Design Development
Very educated in technology
Speak more than 3 languages

Languages

English
Expert
Afrikaans
Native Speaker
Dutch
Expert
German
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Training and Certifications

DRC Congo (Training)
Training Institute:
DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY
Date Attended:
September 2017
Duration:
168 hours

Hobbies

  • Cycling
    Represent South African at Junior World Cycling championship in Moscow Russia