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What do you enjoy most about the industry? Once I graduated, I knew I loved the restaurant culture, and that is where I have been ever since.Ĥ. I worked nights and weekends while studying music and attending UW Foster School of Business. I turned down a Starbucks Barista position and got my first restaurant job and didn’t look back. If I’m honest, I fell into the industry because I needed a job out of high school and to put myself through college. I’m excited to use this experience to grow our staff’s already amazing knowledge of wine and service standards to enhance our guests’ enjoyment every time they dine with us. Finally, as education & training director for a multi-restaurant group, I was responsible for developing our staff and making sure that we are as knowledgeable as can be. In addition, my experience studying and working with the Court of Master Sommeliers and the Cicerone program has given me a solid foundation for both guest service and food and beverage pairing. At Purple Cafe, we paired wine with every dish on the menu.

At Wild Ginger, I had the unique challenge of pairing wines with complex spices from around the world. Throughout my restaurant career I’ve had the pleasure of working with a lot of Pacific Northwest regional cuisine. How do you think past experiences have prepared you for this role? I am thrilled to be working with Executive Chef Bobby Moore and his team to create innovative food and wine synergies.Ģ. We have an outstanding F&B program here at Willows, and I will continue to focus on highlighting the best Northwest wines as well as classics from around the world. I’m looking forward to taking what is already a great wine program at Willows Lodge and Barking Frog, and striving to elevate it even further. What are you looking forward to the most in your new role?

Have you recently started a new role or do you know someone who has? Submit your ideas to Alden was recently named the wine director and restaurant outlets manager of Willows Lodge.ġ.

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These interviews are part of a series that highlights new hires within the industry.