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Kimberly Matthews

I have been involved in the wine industry for 10 years; experiencing everything from retail sales, territory management, fine dining and restaurant management. It is my goal to one day be in a position where I can train and educate others.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Society of Wine Educators . Certified Wine Educator (CWE)
San Francisco Wine School. San Francisco, CA. Wine Program Management
San Francisco Wine School. California Wine Appellation Specialist
BarSmarts. BarSmarts Advanced
Wine Scholar Guild. San Diego, CA. French Wine Scholar
Wine and Spirit Education Trust. Level 3 Award in Wines and Spirits
Court of Master Sommeliers . Level 2 Certified Sommelier
Society of Wine Educators . Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)
Mira Costa Community College. San Diego, CA. Certificate of Proficiency in Wine Technology
University of Phoenix. San Diego, CA. AA in Business
EXPERIENCE
San Francisco Wine School. South San Francisco. Cellar Master
King's Seafood Company. Water Grill San Diego. Wine Steward/Supervisor
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. San Diego, CA. Sommelier/F & B Supervisor
Southern Wine & Spirits. San Diego, CA. Chain Sales Merchandiser
Beverages & More!. San Diego, CA. Wine Department Manager
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Wine Retail
Wine Service- Bar or Wine Bar
Wine Service- Restaurant
Tasting Room
Regional Expertise: France
Wine and Food Pairing
Inventory Management
Wine Service- Management
Wine Sourcing and Purchasing
Wine List Creation
Wine Educator
I have been involved in the wine industry for 10 years; experiencing everything from retail sales, territory management, fine dining and restaurant management. It is my goal to one day be in a position where I can train and educate others.
MY LIGHT BULB MOMENT
On my 21st birthday my father took me wine tasting (per my request). I enjoyed the experience so much that I decided I wanted to learn more about wine and work in the industry. The rest is history!
MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
  • Walter Clore Scholarship 2012
  • Chain Territory Manager of the Month April 2014
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Kimberly Matthews
Kimberly Matthews
San Diego, CA
United States