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BRYAN ALLTON

Summary

Dynamic professional with demonstrated success in developing and executing innovative strategies to boost revenue goals, while maintaining operational efficiency. Certified Instructor in First Aid, CPR and BLS with food and beverage and recreation oversight. Skilled in budget management to reduce costs and maximize profits. Passion for hospitality, providing quality service and memorable experiences to customers. Excels in handling back-end paperwork, finances and supply management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pool Operations Supervisor

Hyatt Regency
03.2022 - Current

Efficiently supervised and managed a profitable and successful multi-revenue center and multimillion-dollar operation. Proudly took on assistant manager and department head duties for over thirty colleagues, fourteen pools, two food and beverage bars, a recreation towel bar, and a kids' camp all spread over two acres.


  • Consistently exceeded financial revenue goals.
  • Budgeting and Labor conscious.
  • Effectively communicate with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Finance, Events, Security, Rooms, Housekeeping, Audio-Visual, Set-up, and other outlets daily.
  • Conducted payroll.
  • Oracle Financials and Reporting competent
  • Opera competent
  • Birchstreet competent.
  • Add new vendors.
    Purchase orders
    Update W9
    Inventory
    Requisitions
  • Crafted daily, monthly, and seasonal activities in Recreation.
  • Lead interviews during seasonal and non-seasonal job fairs.
  • Presented coaching forms and separations.
  • Introduced new contracts to the hotel to ramp up amenities.
  • Eagerly assisted the Beverage Manager and the Restaurant Manager in closing and opening their respective departments during times of need.
  • Spear-headed a first-time pop-up bar project during the holidays with a net revenue of over $50,000

Beach and Recreation Manager

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe
06.2023 - 09.2023

During a 4-month taskforce focusing on the Operations and Rooms, assisted in reaching revenue goals by utilizing training and encouragement techniques. Experienced a hotel that uses a J1 program and effectively on-boarded and managed 30 new students/colleagues from around the world. Provided the Tahoe Team with new ideas and effective strategies for a successful season.


  • Consistently exceeded financial revenue goals.
  • Budgeting and Labor conscious.
  • Offered assistance with scheduling and payroll.
  • Edited and created new SOPs for Micros trainings.
  • Used and taught EMC to other management to create, edit, and streamline Micros POS.
  • Assisted in getting all colleagues to complete Compliance Trainings
  • Consistently represented an RVC during weekly Departmental Meetings and Operational Meetings.
  • Crafted daily tasks for the team during slow periods to enhance guest experience.
  • Presented coaching forms when necessary.
  • Collaborated in weekly WeCare Meetings about guest experience and recovery.

Bartender and Mixologist

Hyatt Regency
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.

Banquet Bartender

Hyatt Miraval
10.2019 - 10.2019
  • Responded to guest questions and requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies and arranging tables.
  • Prepared wide variety of mixed drinks by applying extensive cocktail knowledge.
  • Recommended appropriate wines for individual tastes and food selections.

Barista

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.

Front Desk/Kitchen Attendant

Towneplace Suites by Marriott
10.2017 - 12.2017

Front Desk

  • Check in and out process, customer service, resolve issues, handle discrepancies, and communicate with fellow employees about issues or needs of the hotel.
  • Stock and inventory product
  • Personally attend to guests' matters.
  • Help out as needed in outlets


Kitchen Attendant-

  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Prepare and set up breakfast foods
  • Inventory and supply ordering
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Occasional housekeep.

Event Coordinator

Octane Raceway
04.2014 - 08.2014
  • Provide a lively, enthusiastic, and friendly image for everyone.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
  • Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.

Barista Night Manager

Grounds for Thought
07.2014 - 07.2017
  • Engendered customer loyalty by remembering personal preferences and allergy information.
  • Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.
  • Designed and adjusted work schedules to meet business demands.
  • Created new training guidelines, and provided staff orientation and training.
  • Maintained accurate inventory counts to meet customer demands and sustain operations.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
  • Developed coffee beverage menu, recipes, specialty coffee drinks, and appropriate menu pricing.
  • Trained, scheduled, and supervised barista workers to maintain and uphold store policies and optimize staffing patterns.
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
  • Monitored customer feedback to improve barista performance and customer service.

Life Guard

Sunsplash
04.2009 - 08.2009
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
  • Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Administered CPR and first-aid following best practices.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.

Certification

  • CPR Instructor License - 2 Years (Current)
  • ASHI/HSI First-Aid Instructor License - 2 Years (Current)
  • Adult/Teen/Infant Basic Life Support Instructor - 2 Years (Current)
  • Food Handler Training - 2 Years (Current)

Accomplishments

  • Heartbeat of Hyatt Award 2017
  • Rising Star Award 2022
  • Spear-headed a first-time pop-up bar project during the holidays with a net revenue of over $50,000
  • Exceeded daily sales objectives
  • Set new net-revenue records
  • Received numerous online and in-person positive reviews.

Skills

  • Pool Management Expertise
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Attention to Detail
  • Skilled in leading events and groups
  • Sharp problem solver
  • Energetic work attitude
  • Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate of Arts - Hospitality

Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
05.2020

Certificate of Arizona Skill Standards in Business Management and Administrative Services -

Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ

High School Diploma - General

McClintock High School
Tempe, AZ

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
Mesa, AZ

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Sign Language
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Beach and Recreation Manager

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe
06.2023 - 09.2023

Pool Operations Supervisor

Hyatt Regency
03.2022 - Current

Banquet Bartender

Hyatt Miraval
10.2019 - 10.2019

Bartender and Mixologist

Hyatt Regency
01.2019 - 03.2020

Barista

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale
12.2017 - 12.2018

Front Desk/Kitchen Attendant

Towneplace Suites by Marriott
10.2017 - 12.2017

Barista Night Manager

Grounds for Thought
07.2014 - 07.2017

Event Coordinator

Octane Raceway
04.2014 - 08.2014

Life Guard

Sunsplash
04.2009 - 08.2009

Associate of Arts - Hospitality

Mesa Community College

Certificate of Arizona Skill Standards in Business Management and Administrative Services -

Mesa Community College

High School Diploma - General

McClintock High School

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
BRYAN ALLTON