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Aaron Blair

Eugene

Summary

Hospitality leader with proven track record in managing high-standard operations. Skilled in team collaboration, customer service excellence, and strategic planning. Known for adaptability, reliability, and achieving results in dynamic environments. Proficient in staff training, conflict resolution, and budgeting.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

SABAI Restaurant
01.2017 - 11.2024

Restaurant Manager

KING ESTATE WINERY
01.2016 - 01.2017

General Manager

ELKHORN BREWERY
02.2015 - 01.2016

Dining Room Manager

KACHKA RESTAURANT
03.2014 - 02.2015
  • Member of the opening team for a successful beverage-themed restaurant
  • During my tenure, we received many awards, including Restaurant of the Year from multiple publications

Server to Director of Hospitality

KING ESTATE WINERY
03.2007 - 12.2013
  • Directly responsible for orchestrating the hosting of all winery VIP, distributors, industry trade, incentive, and personal family guests
  • Worked closely with all winery departments to create cohesive synergy
  • Influential in creating, maintaining, and leading a team of people to accomplish all necessary tasks required to run a restaurant at an optimal level
  • Entrusted to manage up to 30+ employees to provide quality service to our guests
  • Participated in courses to improve wine palate and knowledge
  • Worked effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Server and Expediter

MARCHE’ RESTAURANT
05.2005 - 03.2008
  • Gained job experience in all areas of this award-winning Restaurant
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excelled in all areas and was rewarded by leadership promotion
  • Recognized as self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

English Language Tutor

Self-Employed
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Provided English lessons to Korean diplomats and technical advisors
  • Developed people skills through teaching individuals of varied backgrounds and nationalities
  • Educated students of various ages in American culture and tradition

Education

Level 1 Certified -

Master Court of Sommeliers

Associate of Arts -

Lane Community College
Eugene, OR

High School Diploma -

Tien Shan Educational Center
Almaty, Kazakhstan

Skills

  • Operational efficiency
  • Staff training and development
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Complaint handling

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server

SABAI Restaurant
01.2017 - 11.2024

Restaurant Manager

KING ESTATE WINERY
01.2016 - 01.2017

General Manager

ELKHORN BREWERY
02.2015 - 01.2016

Dining Room Manager

KACHKA RESTAURANT
03.2014 - 02.2015

Server to Director of Hospitality

KING ESTATE WINERY
03.2007 - 12.2013

Server and Expediter

MARCHE’ RESTAURANT
05.2005 - 03.2008

English Language Tutor

Self-Employed
01.2000 - 01.2005

Level 1 Certified -

Master Court of Sommeliers

Associate of Arts -

Lane Community College

High School Diploma -

Tien Shan Educational Center

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