City Winery

As we close out our Black History Month initiative, we’re proud to spotlight Samisha Jackson, Executive Chef at City Winery Atlanta. Samisha’s journey from honing her craft at Le Cordon Bleu to leading the kitchen at City Winery embodies passion, dedication, and culinary excellence. Her leadership and commitment to creating memorable dining experiences continue to inspire us. Read Samisha’s story below— Thank you to Samisha and all our team members who shared their stories with us this month! #BlackHistoryMonth #DiversityInHospitality #CityWinery

Employee Highlight🎉 Ernest Leveridge Assistant Kitchen Manager, City Winery Atlanta Ernest Leveridge passion for hospitality began in Macon, Georgia, where family cookouts sparked his love for food and bringing people together. That passion led him to a career in hospitality, where he now thrives as Assistant Kitchen Manager at City Winery Atlanta. For Ernest, the best part of his role is the people—collaborating with his team and fostering a welcoming environment. His brunch buffet French toast is a fan favorite, perfected with warm cinnamon, vanilla, and years of dedication. As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor the unique stories of our team—Ernest’s journey is a testament to the power of culture, connection, and great food. 📎 Read more about his story in the attachment! #BlackHistoryMonth #CityWinery #EmployeeSpotlight #Hospitality #DiversityInHospitality

What started as a weekend food runner gig turned into a lifelong passion for wine and hospitality. Leaving the corporate world behind, Salmon worked his way up—now leading as Operations Manager at City Winery Atlanta. For him, leadership and representation matter. “I hope every experience someone has with me transcends race and first impressions.” This Black History Month, we celebrate Black leaders like Salmon, whose passion and dedication continue to inspire. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackLeaders #Leadership #Hospitality #Wine #CityWinery

This Black History Month, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible Black leaders who make City Winery thrive. Kicking off our series is Dawn Bundick, Director of Events at City Winery Philadelphia. Since 2019, Dawn has been a driving force in creating unforgettable experiences for clients and leading with passion, fairness, and empathy. Join us in celebrating Dawn and her remarkable contributions to our team and community. #BlackHistoryMonth #Leadership #CityWinery #Hospitality

This MLK day, our HV team remained hard at work giving back to the community by volunteering at Pets Alive, a no-kill shelter in the Hudson Valley area. The team split into two groups: Team Cat and Team Dog. Team Cat socialized with the cats and offered them treats, while Team Dog took the dogs for walks through the snow. The team organized and sorted through an enormous amount of donations, including six full trips of items brought in by our staff to support the cause. It was a rewarding day, and we are incredibly proud of our CW Hudson Valley team for their generosity and participation in our CW #dayofservice. Pictured: Kimberly Schoen-Beltran Anthony Moustakas #giveback