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Pelle Salomonsson

Summary

Sommelier turned business developer aiming to create products, services and experiences so good you want to say cheers. I have experience in brand building, product development, public speaking, marketing, project management and team facilitation. I strive to use a perfect mix of data, experience and gut feeling to get to the core of what brings value to my customer or client.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Sommelier

Own Business
05.2022 - Current

I've worked as a freelance wine tasting leader, specializing in champagne tastings. Also focusing on education and team development.

Wine Bar Manager & Sommelier

The Winery Hotel
05.2017 - 04.2022

I ran the two wine bars at the concept hotel the Winery Hotel in Solna. Responsibilities include developing food and beverage offer, supplier relationships & negotiations, budget, and personnel

  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities, implementing strategic initiatives that drove sales performance.
  • Organized and executed successful product launches, generating buzz and excitement around the brand.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing innovative bar management strategies.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling and task delegation.
  • Increased revenue with creative marketing initiatives and promotional events.

Head Chef

Ica Maxi Umeå
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the offerings.
  • Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
  • Led staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, address concerns or challenges, and reinforce company values as well as expectations within the workplace environment.

Education

Higher Vocational Education Diploma - Business Developer

Hyper Island
Stockholm, Sweden
12.2023

W-SET, International Sommelier - Hospitality, Sweden

Restaurangakademien
Stockholm, Sweden
06.2016

Skills

  • Wine Tasting Events
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Brand Development
  • Data Analytics
  • Branding
  • Market Research
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Product Launches
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Content Creation
  • Event Planning

Accomplishments

    Some of my proud moments have been when the work that me and my team has done has been recognized and highlighted by others. Such as when my wine bar was highlighted in Vogue magazine and Forbes. But even if it sounds cliched, I've enjoyed getting positive feedback as an integral part of the team from my classmates and collaborators just as much.

Languages

Swedish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Freelance Sommelier

Own Business
05.2022 - Current

Wine Bar Manager & Sommelier

The Winery Hotel
05.2017 - 04.2022

Head Chef

Ica Maxi Umeå
08.2012 - 06.2015

Higher Vocational Education Diploma - Business Developer

Hyper Island

W-SET, International Sommelier - Hospitality, Sweden

Restaurangakademien
Pelle Salomonsson