VINCENT CLUZET LOGO2.png — If you are seeking to improve revenue or build a new customer base through a better trained staff, smarter cost controls and labor efficiency, special events, social media and other marketing campaigns, and menu and wine list reassessments, I am available to help.
I have worked at successful and truly excellent restaurants from Paris, to Cape Town, to Los Angeles. In my experience, quality and consistency are the biggest keys to any restaurant’s success. Customers are willing to come back—and even sometimes treat a restaurant as a second home—when they see that they are being offered high quality food, wine, and service.
In past jobs, an important part of my work has been to manage wine lists, but also to train staff in understanding wine and how to present a variety of options to extremely discerning customers. I am entirely flexible in my approach to this part of the job, depending on the needs of the restaurant and the staff already in place. I would be happy to collaborate with an established sommelier or restaurant manager to discuss and try out new ideas. I also have experience in establishing and building out these roles, particularly in a new business. Finally, I am capable of designing and delivering a comprehensive general—or even more narrowly wine-focused—training program for staff.
**I am hopeful for the opportunity to share my passion for Food & Wine with you.**

LOS ANGELES, CA (METRO)

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA

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[ the french passion for food & wine ]

Vincent Cluzet arrived in Los Angeles from Paris in 2012. He had spent the previous years working in some of the best and trendiest places of "La Ville des Lumières.” He has been working in the restaurant industry for over 15 years alongside chefs like Francois Chavance at Les Petits Indecises and Jean-Francois Oyon at Le Ciel de Paris. He also worked for the Bertrand Group at the Libre Sens Restaurant on the Champs Elysées where he had his first experience as a dining room manager.

Often called a Globetrotter, Vincent started his career as a bartender at Barney's Cocktail Bar in London in 2000 and also worked in cities like Montreal or Edinburgh. He was most taken by South Africa and the unique city of Cape Town where, while waiting tables at the award winning restaurant, Jardine, he found himself exploring deeper the world of wine. After touring the world through his work or just for leisure, he finally decided to settle in Los Angeles a decade ago. He was hired by Claudio Blotta in 2013 to lead Barbrix. He spent 5 successful years in Silverlake before heading East and become Cote Est ‘Manager in June 2018. Since November 2018, you will no longer find Vince in the East Side of Town, and after a passage in the Palisades at The Draycott where he hold the Beverage Director position, Vince is happily hanging out with the trendy Venice crowd at The Waterfront Venice where he is having a love affair….

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PRODUCT & LABOR COST ANALYSIS & IMPROVEMENT

ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT

MANAGEMENT RETRAINING

STAFF/SERVICE RETRAINING

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CONFLICT RESOLUTION

PROFIT & LOSS CONTROL

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TEAM BUILDING

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT

SECRET SHOPPING

BAR SPOTTING

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Testimonials

I am very thankful for the kind words customers and colleagues from my “food & wine family” have shared with me.

CLAUDIO BLOTTA,

OWNER CÔTÉ-EST, BARBRIX, MARKET PROVISIONS, ALL’ACQUA

“Vincent is great with staff and has excellent motivational skills. Vincent is constantly increasing his wine and food knowledge, which translates in his interactions with staff and guests alike. He takes initiative in delivering ideas that can increase sales and subsequently follows through on implementation. Vincent has my highest recommendation.”

RAPHAEL KNAPP,

WINE IMPORTER, OWNER RETURN TO TERROIR

“My wine appointments with Vincent are always focused, professional, yet fun. Vincent always knows exactly what he is looking for, you can always sense his passion and knowledge.”

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Zareh Ghoukassian,

CUSTOMER (CÔTÉ-EST)

“I met Vincent Cluzet at Côté Est as a connoisseur of the restaurant. It quickly became a place I frequented because of the warm atmosphere and impeccable service that Vincent provided. As a business owner myself, I noted he is a professional and astute individual. I now happily consider him a friend.”

Violet Khodagolian

CUSTOMER (BARBRIX)

“Vincent is one of a kind, always greeting you at the door with a smile making you feel right at home. There are many restaurants with great food in LA , but HE is the reason we keep going back to Barbrix. With his vast knowledge of wines, his attention to details mixed with his playful personality, he truly is an amazing manager and human!”

SASCHA BREUER

CUSTOMER (BARBRIX, CÔTÉ-EST)

“I met Vincent at Barbrix 5 years ago and have been a regular visitor to Barbrix and Cote Est. It is always a treat seeing him as he has the unique ability to make the time at the restaurant extra special with his warm, charming personality, recommendations, knowledge, and taste.”

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DEBRA KING,

MANAGER BARBRIX

“I have been working with Vincent for 4 years and he is always professional, dedicated to doing the best job possible and welcoming to his customers. Guests first and foremost is definitely his motto! He is a wonderful colleague and will make a great addition to any organization.”

GILBERTO M. GAUNA,

SERVER BARBRIX

“Vincent is an extremely responsible, reliable and dedicated individual. He brings a positive energy to every environment. He is a great team leader and knows how to motivate and direct thoroughly. His compassion and relatability with his coworkers is an inviting space while also maintaining his professionalism. Vince is an all around great guy and any work environment will only benefit by having him on their team.”

PAOLA CASANOVA