Avery Morrissey
Richmond,VA
Summary
Versatile hospitality expert with extensive experience across bars, restaurants, and event spaces. Specializes in operational management, event planning, and creating unique beverage offerings that elevate guest experiences. Adept at multitasking under pressure and driving team performance in fast-paced environments, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Z Cospace & Clubhouse
Orlando, FL
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of hospitality-focused coworking lounge, ensuring seamless staffing, inventory management, training, and guest experience.
- Coordinated private events and networking functions, managing all aspects from planning through execution to foster community engagement.
- Created and launched specialty mocktail and beverage offerings, elevating customer experience and satisfaction.
Opening operations lead and bar tender
Debonair
Orlando, FL
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Designed and optimized bar workflow systems for new upscale restaurant, enhancing operational readiness before opening.
- Organized back bar setup, including liquor, mixers, and service stations, to streamline bartender operations.
- Standardized cocktail recipes and documentation to ensure consistency across staff.
- Maintained service flow and professionalism during peak volume periods, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Cocktail Server
Mathers Social Gathering
Orlando, FL
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Memorized extensive cocktail menu and skillfully guided guests through curated beverage selections for optimal experiences.
- Utilized suggestive selling techniques to boost beverage sales while enhancing overall guest experience.
- Delivered high-level cocktail service, ensuring guest satisfaction in fast-paced speakeasy environment.
Kava Tender
The Muddy Root
Orlando, FL
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed beverage service in high-traffic kava bar, ensuring timely and quality service.
- Prepared and served kava, coffee, tea, and specialty drinks while maintaining speed and consistency.
- Assisted with event nights and community programming, enhancing customer engagement and foot traffic.
- Supported menu development and guest experience improvements, contributing to overall customer satisfaction.
Server Assistant
Red Mesa Cantina
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2020 - 03.2020
Lead Hostess
Parkshore Grill
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2017 - 12.2019
Seasonal Server/Host Manager
Wepa Cocina De Puerto Rico
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2019 - 10.2019
Barista
Swah-Rey
St. Petersburg, FL
05.2016 - 06.2017
Skills
- Management Experience
- Guest Relations & VIP Experience
- Guest relations
- Event Planning & Execution
- Scheduling & Front-of-House Operations
- Bar inventory management
- Cocktail & Beverage Knowledge
- Staff training
- Event planning
- Inventory and Bar Organization
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking Under Pressure
- Service optimization
- Event Marketing & Promotion Strategy
- Customer Experience Strategy
- Event marketing
- Vendor Partnership
Office And Operations Experience
Lead Project Dispatcher & Negotiator, Tech Service Today, Work from home, 09/01/24, Present
Creative And Marketing Experience
- Social Media Manager, Rhythm City Collective, Richmond, VA, 11/01/25, Present
- Social Media & Marketing Management (Embedded Role), Z COSPACE & CLUBHOUSE, Orlando, FL
- Social Media & Community Marketing (Embedded Role), THE MUDDY ROOT, Orlando, FL
Skills
Cocktail & Beverage Knowledge (Classic + Contemporary), Beer, Wine & Spirits Familiarity, High-Volume Bar & Restaurant Service, Guest Relations & VIP Experience, Upselling & Sales, POS Systems & Cash Handling, Inventory & Bar Organization, Multitasking Under Pressure, Team Training & Staff Development, Event Planning & Execution, Scheduling & Front-of-House Operations, Conflict Resolution & Guest Recovery, Management Experience, Workflow & Service Optimization, Social Media Management (Instagram, TikTok, Event Promotion), Content Creation & Brand Voice Development, Community Engagement & Audience Growth, Event Marketing & Promotion Strategy, Artist / Venue Collaboration
Timeline
Opening operations lead and bar tender
Debonair
01.2024 - 03.2024
General Manager
Z Cospace & Clubhouse
10.2023 - 09.2024
Cocktail Server
Mathers Social Gathering
02.2023 - 08.2023
Kava Tender
The Muddy Root
11.2021 - 01.2023
Server Assistant
Red Mesa Cantina
01.2020 - 03.2020
Seasonal Server/Host Manager
Wepa Cocina De Puerto Rico
04.2019 - 10.2019
Lead Hostess
Parkshore Grill
08.2017 - 12.2019
Barista
Swah-Rey
05.2016 - 06.2017