Wine consulting & staff training in Miami
WHAT WE DO?
We provide expert consulting and training for restaurants, offering:
• Staff training to enhance knowledge and service.
• Wine list creation and updates.
• Tasting and vetting wines from distributors.
• Collaboration with chefs to create perfect wine pairings for menus.
• Cost savings by outsourcing the role of a sommelier or beverage director—our annual fee is from $15,000 to $30.000 compared to the average salary of $70,000+.
• Sales analysis to optimize your wine program and boost revenue.
• Wine dinners
• Mystery guest evaluations to assess staff performance and service quality.
• Bi-monthly employee knowledge tests to ensure training translates into increased sales—because we believe knowledge drives results.
• Unnanounced on-site evaluation of wine service efficiency to guarantee an exceptional guest experience.
• Cellar management
• Unlimited phone consultations throughout the year for ongoing support and advice.
Our service ensures efficiency, higher wine sales, and a seamless experience for your guests.
WHO WE ARE?
Brian Atkinson is a distinguished sommelier and founder of Brix, a wine bar and company dedicated to helping restaurants maximize profits through expert wine programs. With a Superior Sommelier Diploma from CAVE and a WSET Level 3 certification, Brian combines deep wine knowledge with practical strategies to drive economic benefits for the hospitality sector.
Through Brix team, he offers tailored wine consulting, staff training, and wine list curation, ensuring restaurants optimize their offerings and enhance sales. Based in Miami, Brian continues to elevate the industry by blending his international expertise with innovative solutions, making wine a key driver of profitability for his clients.