Andrew Carabajal
Lahaina,Arizona
Summary
Dynamic hospitality professional with experience at Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, bringing proven expertise in front-of-house management, staff leadership, and inventory control. Skilled in overseeing daily operations, enhancing guest experiences, and optimizing efficiency in both dining and beverage programs. Recognized for building strong team culture, maintaining meticulous attention to detail, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service in a fast-paced upscale environment. Eager to leverage management and wine-focused service background to contribute as a Food & Beverage Manager at a distinguished dining establishment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Supervisor & Inventory Co-Lead
Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed restaurant and wine tasting bar team to ensure quality service
- Optimized inventory, reducing waste by 20%
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing concerns promptly.
Tasting Room Attendant
Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Trained staff, improving service efficiency in wine bar
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a consistently high level of service throughout the tasting room experience.
Wine Sales Consultant
PRP Wine International
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Coordinated events, increasing bookings by 35%
- Increased wine sales by conducting engaging and informative product presentations for potential clients.
- Developed strong relationships with key accounts, resulting in repeat business and consistent revenue growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Communications
University of Portland
Portland, OR12-2022
Skills
- Leadership in F&B operations
- Budget & Inventory management
- Team building
- Customer service excellence
- Inventory control
- Quality assurance
- Event coordination
- Workplace safety
Certification
- Certified Wine & Spirit Educational Trust (WSET)- Level 2 Graduate
- Best Upcoming Employee - Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Front of House Supervisor & Inventory Co-Lead
Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant
01.2025 - 09.2025
Tasting Room Attendant
Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant
08.2024 - 09.2025
Wine Sales Consultant
PRP Wine International
09.2023 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Communications
University of Portland
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