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Alicia Dantzler

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong educational background and over 13 years of progressive experience in senior-level food and beverage management, special events management, corporate-level multi-unit management, training, and cost control. Demonstrated expertise in driving results and meeting goals with a keen financial acumen.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional F&B Manager

DLS Events
Los Angeles, CA
12.2023 - Current
  • Directed F&B and event management for a range of historic music venues in both California and Texas.
  • Hired, trained, mentored and coached General Managers across the region.
  • Achieved significant improvements in P&L across various venues in 2024.
  • Participated in launching new location openings.
  • Exceeded client KPIs; reduced internal costs across all venues.
  • Maintained a 95% or higher score on all internal QA audits.
  • Presented detailed business reviews to leadership and clients on a quarterly and yearly basis.

Assistant Director of Operations

Hyatt Regency
Orange County, CA
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Supported Director of Operations in hotel management, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Directed all aspects of Food and Beverage operations, including Banquets and Event Planning
  • Introduced new projects to enhance revenue generation including mobile dining.
  • Led the recruitment, training, and mentorship of a new Director of Restaurants.
  • Implemented new protocols to streamline banquet service.
  • Managed procurement of equipment and supplies for Banquets, Kitchen, Restaurant, and Bar.
  • Directed budgeting activities in Food and Beverage.
  • Supported Event Managers in organizing logistics and managing client relations.

Food and Beverage/Banquet Manager

Hilton
Anaheim, CA
12.2017 - 04.2023
  • Managed operations for a $15 million banquet department covering over 200,000 square feet of meeting and ballroom space.
  • Coordinated schedules for over 50 union team members.
  • Managed the Banquet Beverage Department, crafted beverage catering options, maintained quality service.
  • Maintain client communication throughout event lifecycle.
  • Utilized Taleo to generate and publish job postings.
  • Onboarded, educated, and guided new staff members.
  • Coordinated and led multiple high-profile corporate events, including those for Netflix.
  • Provided budget support for Starbucks with F&B Director.
  • Managed multiple food and beverage departments, including a $4 million Starbucks.

Store Manager

Starbucks
Seattle, WA
05.2021 - 10.2021

*Hilton Covid Furlough Employment*

  • Managed operations for the top-performing drive-thru store in Seattle Metro area.
  • Managed weekly revenues exceeding $800,000.
  • Collaborated with district manager on company initiatives and overall P&L management.
  • Supported Pike Place Market location during peak business periods.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.

Floating Leasing Consultant

Thrive
Seattle, WA
07.2020 - 11.2020

*Hilton Covid Furlough Employment*

  • Leasing for 8 different properties in the Seattle Metro area
  • Assist property manager with resident communication, rental tours, maintenance service requests and resident issues/concerns
  • Update property websites
  • Assist with property rentals
  • Work with third parties to obtain prospective tenants
  • Update and monitor requests and applications on Onsite
  • Networked with prospective residents by email, telephone and in-person meetings to understand residential needs and requirements and identify sales opportunities.

Manager, Shift Lead & Trainer

The Disneyland Resort
Anaheim, CA
05.2011 - 12.2017
  • Directed daily operations at Starbucks.
  • Club33 Server Assistant
  • Food and Beverage Area Trainer
  • Banquet Server/Houseperson

Education

Bachelor's of Science - Hotel, Resort And Restaurant Management

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
01.2014

Skills

  • Sommelier Certified
  • Industry Computer Programs (Birchstreet HMS, Delphi, Sales Force, Micros, Agilysys, Kronos, Avero, ADP)
  • Food and Beverage Cost Control
  • Managing P&Ls and Budgets
  • Navigating CBA agreements and Labor Law
  • Training
  • Full Cycle Recruiting
  • CRM
  • Forbes
  • TIPS Trainer
  • ServSafe Proctor

Timeline

Regional F&B Manager

DLS Events
12.2023 - Current

Assistant Director of Operations

Hyatt Regency
08.2023 - 12.2023

Store Manager

Starbucks
05.2021 - 10.2021

Floating Leasing Consultant

Thrive
07.2020 - 11.2020

Food and Beverage/Banquet Manager

Hilton
12.2017 - 04.2023

Manager, Shift Lead & Trainer

The Disneyland Resort
05.2011 - 12.2017

Bachelor's of Science - Hotel, Resort And Restaurant Management

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Alicia Dantzler