Bruce Hurst
Summary
Dynamic professional with a diverse background in mixology and special education. At Elbow Room Bar & Grill, I crafted innovative cocktails that boosted sales and enhanced guest experiences. Strong communication and problem-solving skills fostered positive relationships with customers and colleagues alike, while mentoring junior staff ensured a collaborative and thriving workplace.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Mixologist
Elbow Room Bar & Grill
06.1993 - 06.2014
- Crafted innovative cocktail recipes while ensuring quality and presentation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on mixology techniques and customer service excellence.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers, enhancing loyalty and repeat business through personalized service.
- Developed new cocktail recipes, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback from guests.
- Enhanced guest experience by creating signature cocktails and innovating unique beverage presentations.
- Promoted a positive workplace culture through teamwork, collaboration, mentoring junior staff members when needed.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment through diligent attention to detail and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
Special Education Teacher
Clovis Unified School District-Alta Sierra Intermediate
09.1992 - 06.1995
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and development.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA01-1994
No Degree - Multiple Subjects Preliminary Credential
CSUStanislaus
Turlock, CA12-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders-Education of The Deaf
CSUFresno
Fresno, CA06-1975
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active listening
- Team oriented
Timeline
Master Mixologist
Elbow Room Bar & Grill
06.1993 - 06.2014
Special Education Teacher
Clovis Unified School District-Alta Sierra Intermediate
09.1992 - 06.1995
No Degree - Special Education
Fresno Pacific University
No Degree - Multiple Subjects Preliminary Credential
CSUStanislaus
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders-Education of The Deaf
CSUFresno
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