Al Keyes

• Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift and preparing cash drawers.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
• Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
• Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.

Working for HSH has given me plenty of odd ball experience. I initially served as a mover and events bartender with them. When we moved to our official headquarters, I was promoted to Venue Manager of our Judson Mill events space.

I set up and ensure events such as weddings, corporate connections, birthdays and annual festivals run without issues.

Along with our venue and rental services, we offer full bar services. The alcohol handling and client contact has been a fun responsibility to acquire. I managed staff teams of up to 30 people, along with directing and assisting vendors and guests.

During our busier months, I also assist with the concerts, festivals and larger group effort events such as Euphoria, Country Music Festival, Hog and Barrel, Tacos and Tequila and more. These are fast pace, high manual labor events that often require urgent problem solving and risk management.

I was hired on the opening team of this Alice in Wonderland themed bar to create custom cocktail menus to accompany their large wine selection. Using a wide variety of liquors, handmade cordials, syrups and the power of research, I created eight colorful craft cocktail menus. Throughout my creative time with this bar I was able to experience the freedom to improve my flavor pallet and improvisation skills. I acted as their media photographer and worked with our marketing team to create content for Instagram and Facebook.

• Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
• Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
• Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
• Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
• Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.

I provide my portrait photography services to weddings, families, high school seniors and other special events. I began mastering the camera skills in middle school and through trial, error and classes I began my own small business as a freelance photographer. During my late high school years and into early adult hood this was my job focus.

I've worked with other photographers to capture commercial content for business hotels around Boston. I have often used this skill to help with social media marketing for Rabbit Hole and Top Golf, as well.