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Responsible for developing, creating, and curating the cocktail menu at Charlotte restaurant. Responsible for assuring a flawless execution of the beverage program at Charlotte. Responsible for innovating new ideas and assuring Charlotte restaurant is at the forefront of creativity in the craft cocktail bar scene.Trained in all areas of Charlotte service execution including bartending, serving, food running, hosting, and in room dining. Trained in managing fellow associates and closing the restaurant including delivering final revenue results and reporting.

-Strong guest first mentality, making sure each guest is delivered the best possible experience through knowledge, expertise, and excellent guest service.-Ability to balance and handle multiple tasks with ease and proficiency. -Created some of the restaurants most popular drinks utilizing my strong knowledge of liquors and mixers.-Extensive knowledge of hundreds of on and off menu cocktails.

-Worked and led side by side with a consulting company to make the best possible impact to a struggling hotel bar.-Developed ordering and inventory systems to be able to accurately and effectively manage and control all costs associated with the bar.-Worked and developed relationships with vendors to assure there was always the best available product for the guest at the best possible cost. -Created bar menus and cocktails that would be consistent, delicious, and cost effective. -Handled all aspects of the weekly ordering and monthly inventory.

-Assistant General Manager of the Year 2014-Experienced in all areas of the business including management, cost control, scheduling, hiring, training and development, and leading and motivating a team. -Experienced in all aspects of bartending and bar management including vendor relationships, cost control, orders, food and beverage knowledge, training and developing the bar team, and bar scheduling. -Rotated management department roles and able to manage all aspects of the business including but not limited to the kitchen, the bar, the dining room, and all overall operations. -Extensive beer, wine, and liquor knowledge.

Familiar with all aspects of restaurant management including but not limited to hiring, developing team members, scheduling, labor management, cost control, P and L reporting, developing supervisors, motivating and driving a team to ensure exceptional results.

Bartender, Server, Trainer, Supervisor.Promoted to management within six months of hire.Integral part of the New Restaurant Opening management team in Bremerton, WaInterviewed, hired, trained, and developed the entire opening team of fifty employees.