Bret Browning
Sports Bar Manager
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Versatile Bar Manager adept at overcoming challenges and streamlining operations. Transforms deficient operations into successful enterprises. Motivational leader and problem solver. Seasoned Bar Manager with history of success in all areas of restaurant operations. Hardworking and resourceful with attention to detail and organized nature. Ready to take on new challenges with a new role in the construction industry.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sports Bar Manager
The Galaxy Restaurant
Wadsworth, Ohio
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Increased profits with enhanced inventory oversight and strategic pricing adjustments.
- Responsible for scheduling over 70 employees weekly in the correct role in a fast paced multi-faceted 25,000 square foot restaurant.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct any issue impacting store appearance or professionalism.
- Monitored supplier operations to verify quality delivery schedule and conformance to contracts.
Supervisor/Bartender/Server
Melt Bar And Grilled
Montrose, Ohio
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
- Long lasting relationships with new and future guests.
- Assisted in Marketing via online platforms such as Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram.
- Balanced daily cash drawers and generated sales reports to support financial and administrative objectives.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
Supervisor/Bartender/Server
OnTap Bar And Grill
Medina, Ohio
04.2008 - 05.2016
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options
- Provided excellent guest service in a high paced environment.
- Responsible for operational efficiency and creating a relaxed environment where service delivery and product quality was second to none.
- Enforced strict compliance with all health and safety legislation.
- Recruiting, training, managing and developing a team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Organizational Communication
The University of Akron
Akron 08.2003 - 05.2009
Skills
Training and mentoring
undefinedTimeline
Sports Bar Manager
The Galaxy Restaurant
04.2019 - 10.2021
Supervisor/Bartender/Server
Melt Bar And Grilled
01.2016 - 04.2019
Supervisor/Bartender/Server
OnTap Bar And Grill
04.2008 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Organizational Communication
The University of Akron
08.2003 - 05.2009
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