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Work History
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Darwin De Belen

Darwin De Belen

Taytay

Summary

Expert Sommelier with strong track record of success in running efficient and profitable operations. Equipped with necessary abilities and knowledge to revitalize business and increase market share with proven strategies and innovative mindset focused on effective promotion and customer relations. Superior knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktails desired by demography of guests.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Sommelier / Bar Manager

Silversea Cruises
03.2017 - 11.2022

Sommelier

Silversea Cruises
08.2012 - 03.2017

Sommelier

Azamara Club Cruises
04.2010 - 09.2011

Bartender

Azamara Club Cruises
09.2008 - 10.2009

Bar Waiter

Azamara Club Cruises
10.2007 - 06.2008

Bar Waiter

M/v Minerva II
11.2003 - 04.2007

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Central Colleges of The Philippines
Quezon City, Philippines
03.2000

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Industry Trends Awareness
  • Menu development
  • Wine and Spirit Knowledge
  • Tasting Proficiency
  • Wine list curation
  • Pairing Expertise
  • Wine procurement
  • Wine Service Management
  • Cellar Management
  • Wine Tasting Events
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Wine List Management
  • Wine pairing knowledge
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Organizational Skills
  • Hospitality service expertise

Traveldocuments

  • Passport, P7631115B, 09/17/21, 09/16/31, DFA Manila
  • Seafarer’s Identification and Record Book, B1163048, 01/12/17, 01/10/27, Manila
  • US Visa / C1D, T5037330, 10/27/23, 10/23/33, Manila

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Santa Cruz, Marinduque
  • Height: 5'9"
  • Weight: 175 lbs
  • Date of Birth: 02/07/79

References

  • Mr. Raffy Silva, Crewing Manager, North Sea Marine Services Corporation, +63 2 858 9888
  • Mr. Lawrence d’Almeida, Silversea’s Wine Ambassador, +39 348 603 5979, +39 055 854 6157
  • Mr. Stephen Crimes, Silversea’s Hotel Director, stephencrimes@gmail.com

Timeline

Head Sommelier / Bar Manager

Silversea Cruises
03.2017 - 11.2022

Sommelier

Silversea Cruises
08.2012 - 03.2017

Sommelier

Azamara Club Cruises
04.2010 - 09.2011

Bartender

Azamara Club Cruises
09.2008 - 10.2009

Bar Waiter

Azamara Club Cruises
10.2007 - 06.2008

Bar Waiter

M/v Minerva II
11.2003 - 04.2007

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Central Colleges of The Philippines
Darwin De Belen