Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Martin Beták

Martin Beták

Bratislava

Summary

Offering strong interpersonal skills and deep appreciation for fine wines. Knowledgeable about wine pairings and customer service, with experience in team leadership and event planning. Ready to use and develop wine knowledge, communication, and organisational skills in Sommelier role.

Experienced trustworthy and dependable sommelier seeking a management posi on within the Food and Beverage department. I just had the chance to be part of the opening team for a well known cruise line company. Organise and train a team of 24 Bartenders and Assistants; set up different outlets with different ambiances and implement Wine and Spirits tas ng for guests where my main goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Head Sommelier

Fred Olsen Cruise Line
02.2020 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by recommending suitable wines for individual palate and meal pairings.
  • Trained junior staff on wine knowledge, resulting in improved service delivery.
  • Ensured optimal cellar conditions to maintain wine quality.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.

Sommelier

Silver Sea Cruise Line
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced customer experience by recommending suitable wines based on their preference
  • Collaborated closely with chefs to pair wines with seasonal menus.
  • Conducted staff training sessions to improve knowledge of wine and service techniques.
  • Organised regular wine tasting events for customers to enhance their understanding and appreciation of wine.

Sommelier

Seadream Cruise Line
03.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed cellar inventory, ensuring a diverse range of quality wines were available.
  • Organised regular wine tasting events for customers to enhance their understanding and appreciation of wine.
  • Worked effectively under pressure during busy shifts whilst maintaining a high standard of service.
  • Provided guidance to 12+ waiting staff to increase their wine knowledge and deliver the highest level of customer service.

Sommelier

Seabourne Cruise Line
03.2010 - 01.2015

As Sommelier, delegates his team in professional manner and ensures that all du es are carried in mely manner, train my coworkers. Futhermore, display a high standard of care of revenue and complimentary items.

Ass. Maitre'd GP Cruise Line

Gsell&Partner River Cruise Line
03.2007 - 01.2009

Assist the Maitre d’ in all tasks. Coordinate and communicate on daily basis between services to ensure the most unique experience to the guests. Problem solving and answer to any requests. Running a Team of 20 crew

Education

Bc. - Law

Law University of Bratislava
Slovakia
01.2009 - 01.2011

Diploma of Higher Education -

Hotel Academy
Bratislava , Mikoviniho street
01.1995 - 01.2000

Skills

  • Wine tasting demonstrations
  • Sommelier training
  • Court Master of Sommelier Advace Level

Languages

English
Advanced
German
Elementary
Slovak
Native

Affiliations

  • Reading a Book, Self Education, Traveling

Accomplishments

    Court Master Sommelier : Introductory Sommelier&Certified Sommelier&Advace Level

    Grand Marnier World Championship's 2nd place

    Member of OpenWine Consortium

    Educational Seminars by Wine Wave – Giuseppe Vaccarini

    Havana rum training by Javier Blanco

Certification

C1/D Visa Valid untill Nov 2027

STCW Certificate

Medical Valid untill Jun 2026

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head Sommelier

Fred Olsen Cruise Line
02.2020 - 05.2024

Sommelier

Silver Sea Cruise Line
01.2020 - 01.2020

Sommelier

Seadream Cruise Line
03.2015 - 01.2017

Sommelier

Seabourne Cruise Line
03.2010 - 01.2015

Bc. - Law

Law University of Bratislava
01.2009 - 01.2011

Ass. Maitre'd GP Cruise Line

Gsell&Partner River Cruise Line
03.2007 - 01.2009

Diploma of Higher Education -

Hotel Academy
01.1995 - 01.2000
Martin Beták