Donato D'Agostino
London
Profilo professionale
I am Donato D'Agostino, an experienced and qualified Sommelier with notable knowledge in Wines, Spirits, and Sake. I have a solid background in the Hospitality Industry, with strong skills in Fine Dining, Food & Beverage, Catering, and Wine Cellar Management. Highly passionate about delivering the best service experience to guests and always eager to acquire new skills and knowledge.
Panoramica
6
6
years of professional experience
Esperienza lavorativa
Head Sommelier / Wine Buyer
Tramp
London, London
11.2025 - ad oggi
- Inventory control and management of relationships with suppliers and wine distributors.
- Creation and updating of the wine list, ensuring variety and quality.
- Staff training on wine service and tasting techniques.
- Organisation and conduct of wine tastings for special events and VIP customers.
- Customer assistance during the wine selection phases to be combined with dishes.
- Complete management of the purchase and inventory of wines, cellar, warehouse and refrigerators.
- Definition of the wine list pricing based on the type of restaurant and the required margins.
Sommelier
China Tang at The Dorchester, London
London
09.2019 - 10.2025
- Started as Bar Back / Drink Runner, promoted to Junior Sommelier and eventually Sommelier
- Responsible for wine cellar management and supporting wine, spirits, and sake selection
- Providing wine pairing advice to guests in a fine dining environment
- Supporting high-standard service in luxury hospitality
Istruzione
WSET Level 2 - Wines
WSET London School
London05-2022
WSET Level 3 - Wines
WSET London School
London06-2025
WSET Diploma Level 4 -
WSET London School
LondonHigh School Diploma - Digital Communications and Design for Public Services
06.2019
Certificate - Travel & Tourism for Sport Development
06.2018
Competenze
- Wine & Beverage Management
- Fine Dining & Catering
- Food & Beverage Service
- Customer Service Excellence
- Wine Cellar Management
LANGUAGES
Italian: Native
Esperto
C2
English: Advanced
Esperto
C2
Spanish: Basic/Intermediate
Intermedio
B1
Cronologia
Head Sommelier / Wine Buyer
Tramp
11.2025 - ad oggi
Sommelier
China Tang at The Dorchester, London
09.2019 - 10.2025
High School Diploma - Digital Communications and Design for Public Services
Certificate - Travel & Tourism for Sport Development
WSET Level 2 - Wines
WSET London School
WSET Level 3 - Wines
WSET London School
WSET Diploma Level 4 -
WSET London School