Allison Dunn
Oakville,CT
Summary
Highly motivated graduate of the University of Connecticut with a strong passion for the beverage and hospitality industry. Demonstrated success in owning and operating multiple businesses, showcasing a proven track record. Excels in managing diverse restaurants and implementing highly effective bar programs. Possesses expertise in event management, ordering, inventory, sales, people management, scheduling, and overseeing day-to-day operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Events
Vyne Restaurant
03.2024 - Current
- Booking & Coordination of Private Events & Weddings across multiple locations
- Manage & Train Event Staff
- Scheduling
- Administration
- Handles ordering of food & beverage
Owner
Fat Tony's Deli and Pizzeria/ Tipsy Tailgate Mobile Bar
01.2023 - Current
- Operate a successful restaurant and Mobile Bar
- Lead and direct team members with effective procedures and operations
- Design and create social media content
- Effective communication with various distributors
- Review sales and activity reports to measure productivity and targets
- Investigate, resolve and accommodate any discord
Restaurant and Bar Manager
Note Restaurant Group
03.2016 - 01.2022
- Constructive communication with staff
- Scheduling
- Ordering and Inventory
- Hire and train new employees
- Oversee multiple locations
- Built Beverage Menus
Bartender/Head Server
Rock Garden Café
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Effective communication with customers
- Maintain proper dining experience
- Hire and train new employees
Program Coordinator
Girls Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Oversaw after-school program
- Organized outreach events
- Guided Teen Leadership groups
Direct Support Professional
Sunset Shores
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Direct Support Professional
- Support Individuals with Disabilities
- Assist with daily living skills
- Ensure Client Safety
- Community Integration
Banquet Server
The Grand Oak Villa
03.2010 - 07.2012
Banquet Server
Mahan's Lake View
01.2007 - 10.2009
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Connecticut
Waterbury, CT05.2015
Skills
- Oral and written communication
- Team Player
- Problem Solving
- Computer Literacy
- Creativity
- Restaurant experience
- Serving
- Event planning
- Childcare
- Bartending
- Leadership
- Inventory management
- Computer skills
- Point of Sale Entry
- Customer service
- Time management
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe
- CNA
- CPR Certification
Assessments
- Sales skills, Proficient, 11/01/23
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient, 11/01/24
Timeline
Director of Events
Vyne Restaurant
03.2024 - Current
Owner
Fat Tony's Deli and Pizzeria/ Tipsy Tailgate Mobile Bar
01.2023 - Current
Restaurant and Bar Manager
Note Restaurant Group
03.2016 - 01.2022
Program Coordinator
Girls Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2015
Bartender/Head Server
Rock Garden Café
01.2013 - 12.2016
Direct Support Professional
Sunset Shores
01.2013 - 01.2015
Banquet Server
The Grand Oak Villa
03.2010 - 07.2012
Banquet Server
Mahan's Lake View
01.2007 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development and Family Studies
University of Connecticut
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe
- CNA
- CPR Certification
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