Alejandro Alvarez
Boston,MA
Summary
Entrepreneur, hospitality, event, marketing, and mixologist extraordinaire, expert in providing a full range of consultation in hospitality services such as concierge-style assistance, food, and beverage management, and execution of high-profile events using artistic integrity, and professionalism within Boston’s art and culinary nightlife scenes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
The Event Society
12.2014 - Current
- Representing organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Responsible for success and creation of company culture for all departments.
- Producing high-profile events and meetings for international clients also managing accounts with annual ranging budgets from 50K to 200K such as Tom Brady’s TB12 Foundation, Bruins Foundation, Light Foundation, BMW, Tesla, Ferrari, Michael Kors, and Ted Baker.
Master Mixologist
Zuma Restaurant
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive, and well-stocked bar area.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Focused on a global award worldwide winning bar program which was designed to pair with contemporary Japanese food.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Food and Beverage Manager
Bastille Kitchen
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Created first-class promotional events and cocktail programs.
- Maintained high standards of quality in food and beverage departments to maximize profits through outstanding customer service.
- Developed ongoing training initiatives to improve food and beverage knowledge of serving employees and ensured consistency of execution in an attractive and well-maintained environment.
Event Manager
Gilt Group
02.2012 - 11.2014
- National Event Manager for Gilt City Warehouse Sale Events.
- Executed event operations in 15 states across the United States and built a new east coast talent division, managing the workflow for the company.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers, and budgets.
Food and Beverage Manager
Stella Restaurant
08.2010 - 11.2014
- Handled all food and beverage responsibilities, improved ties with the neighborhood association to 80%, and organized the most fun and extravagant events and seasonal promotions with more than 50 liquor brands.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product use, created 200-inspired Italian cocktails, and maintained liquor cost flow to 18%.
- In charge of ordering and managing liquor, wine, beer, and other beverages inventory.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
Event Manager
Bacardi USA
02.2010 - 01.2012
- Food & Beverage Masterminding for the Dewars Discovery Scotch Tastings
- Directed, organized, and coordinated food and beverage logistics, vendors, talent, and administration of the rewarding execution of all events.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors, and suppliers to obtain the best rates and services.
- Recognized by various publications like Boston Herald, Boston Magazine, Boston Common, Bravo, and Dirty Water.
- Created more than 450 cocktails for exclusive brands
Bartender
Mistral Restaurant
07.2006 - 07.2010
- Bartending at multiple locations such as Mistral, Teatro, and Mooo.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Grew customer base and bar regulars by 50%.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing
Universidad De Guadalajara
Mexico12.2005
Skills
- Business Administration
- Financial Oversight
- Management
- Planning and Execution
- Contract Negotiation
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Management Team Leadership
- Innovative and Visionary
- Sales Growth
- Customer Experience Control
- Business Development
- Marketing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Master Mixologist
Zuma Restaurant
11.2018 - 03.2020
Food and Beverage Manager
Bastille Kitchen
05.2016 - 08.2018
Chief Operating Officer
The Event Society
12.2014 - Current
Event Manager
Gilt Group
02.2012 - 11.2014
Food and Beverage Manager
Stella Restaurant
08.2010 - 11.2014
Event Manager
Bacardi USA
02.2010 - 01.2012
Bartender
Mistral Restaurant
07.2006 - 07.2010
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing
Universidad De Guadalajara