Adam Odiorne
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
A strong work ethic was instilled in me by military training. Dedicated and highly skilled bartender that prides myself on my honesty, integrity and strong communication skills. Extensive experience in bar and restaurant operations, preparing and delivering quality beverage service, enhancing clientele experience. Committed to advance productivity and enhanced profitability. Expertise in customer communication and coordinating successfully with staff and different levels of management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
425 Jean-Georges
Manhattan, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Successfully assisted in planning, menu development and opening of new upscale, fine dining venue
- Trained servers and captains on upselling and beverage pairing while learning from sommelier
- Assisted on the floor with private dining areas for celebrities and CEOs
- Led team into receiving successful writeups for Michelin, Forbes, Eater and Infatuation
Bar Captain
Olio E Piu
Manhattan, NY
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Supervised bar staff to ensure efficient service of beverages
- Ordered and restocked liquor, beer, wine, glassware, garnishes, ice and other supplies as needed
- Provided input into menu planning decisions related to beverages and cocktails
- Greeted guests and provided them with menus
Bartender
EDITION Hotel/John Fraser Restaurants
Manhattan, NY
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Upscale/luxury venue with 2 Michelin stars within group
- Bartended at restaurant, nightclub on premises (Paradise Club) and private parties while following privacy procedures for celebrities, CEO's and guests
- Crafted cocktails of the day and educated bartenders and guests of its history, inspiration and preparation
- Led coworkers in sales and tip average (23%) and had nightly sales between $2-$3k
- Trained and worked under advanced sommelier.
Head Bartender / Liquor Manager
44 & X Hells Kitchen
Manhattan, NY
08.2015 - 03.2020
- Forecasted, planned, sourced and ordered beverages, including liquor, beer and wine for two restaurants
- Built and maintained positive relationships with beverage vendors
- Cultivated positive customer relationships, processing complaints and responding to customer needs
- Prepared, skillfully mixed and served drinks and beverages
- Communicated effectively with vendors and customers regarding restaurant functions and buy-outs
- Assisted in developing new cocktail menu and wine lists twice each year
- Ensured constant flow of regular customers with average customer ticket of $80 ($1500) daily bar sales.
Bartender
Gaslight Lounge
Manhattan, NY
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Assessed customer preferences and provided drink recommendations
- Maintained bar area and oversaw inventory of liquor and bar supplies
- Utilized knowledge of commonly ordered drinks to help business create bar menu
- Adhered to proper alcohol and food handling, sanitation and safety procedures
- Performed as first-ever male bartender during establishment's 20-year existence
- Facilitated interviewing and hiring of servers, bartenders and bus persons
- Enacted and enforced cleaning activities and habits to bring NYC Mental Health letter grade from 'C' to an 'A'.
Bartender
Soho Room
Manhattan, NY
04.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided pleasant dining experience to all customers
- Prepared and served drinks while maintaining clean and sanitary bar area
- Attended to detail and presentation of each order
- Coordinated daily supply inventory for bar and submitted orders, assisting with receipt of deliveries
- Contributed to daily, holiday and theme drink menus
- Accelerated role to daytime manager and event coordinator and organized numerous successful nightly functions in lounge area
- Boosted customer base, sparking growth in previously inactive lunch crowd, improving customer retention
- Trained, coached and mentored new servers and bartenders, ensuring all staff were equipped and productive.
Bartender
Glazz Nightclub
Queens, NY
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Maintained positive guest interactions while accurately mixing and serving beverages to guests in a friendly and efficient manner within a high-volume setting
- Managed inventory and control processes, preparing inventory or purchase requisitions as needed to replenish supplies
- Supervised opening and closing of bar
- Remained guest-focused and nurtured excellent guest experience
- Inventory control
- Trained personnel in use of new equipment and cleaning methods and provided efficient and effective methods of maintaining work area.
Senior Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
USA
08.2004 - 04.2012
- Supervised day-to-day operations of a 30-member team
- Developed, implemented, and reviewed operational policies and procedures
- Performed as contracting officer for civilian accounts
- Ensured effective procurement processes and proper utilization of $25k of food and beverages monthly
- Awarded numerous accolades for cleanliness and excellence in operations
- Secured promotion to Sergeant within the first three years of service.
Education
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Armed Forces Leadership and Management School
Hospitality Management -
Stratford University - Online
USCG Accelerated Culinary Arts Program
Petaluma, CA
Skills
- Customer communication
- Coordinating with staff and management
- Food safety
- Alcoholic beverage regulations
Certification
- NYS Food Handlers Permit
- TIPS Certified
- Cost Effective Bar Management
- Bar Menu Development Cost Control
- Beverage Upselling Customer Relations
- Inventory Management Quality Assurance
- Health & Safety Regulations
- Sommelier Training
Accomplishments
- Finished first in my culinary school
- Organized and led outreach program to donate 50 lbs of food daily to homeless shelters in Sonoma
Hobbies and Interests
- Work
- Reading/Studying
- Mental health/Fitness
- Cooking
- Family
- Dining out
Timeline
Bartender
425 Jean-Georges
09.2023 - Current
Bar Captain
Olio E Piu
08.2022 - 09.2023
Bartender
EDITION Hotel/John Fraser Restaurants
07.2021 - 08.2022
Head Bartender / Liquor Manager
44 & X Hells Kitchen
08.2015 - 03.2020
Bartender
Gaslight Lounge
10.2013 - 08.2015
Bartender
Glazz Nightclub
02.2013 - 12.2013
Bartender
Soho Room
04.2012 - 10.2013
Senior Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
08.2004 - 04.2012
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Armed Forces Leadership and Management School
Hospitality Management -
Stratford University - Online
USCG Accelerated Culinary Arts Program
Petaluma, CA