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Bryant Danford

Tuscaloosa,AL

Summary

My 20 years of management experience within the hospitality industry has helped me develop an extensive variety of strong skills in day-to-day operations within numerous venues. I aim to provide what is best for both the consumer and overall operations. I have gained many transferable skills which allow me to be a versatile candidate in various industries; however, I am most passionate about restaurant and bar management within the hospitality industry.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

MANAGER, SOCAL CANTINA

SOCAL CANTINA
09.2024 - Current
  • Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant
  • Adhere to company standards and service levels, increase sales and minimize costs for food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor
  • Responsible for ensuring all financial reporting and personnel / payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately and on time in accordance with company policies
  • Develop employees by establishing expectations and conducting performance reviews
  • Attract patrons by implementing marketing, advertising, public and community relations programs; evaluate programs results; identify and track changing demands.

BARTENDER, COCKTAIL COLLECTION

COCKTAIL COLLECTION
08.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, and exceptional customer service
  • Maintain a presence in a high traffic environment
  • Create new drink recipes based on clientele
  • Work late night and special events including rehearsal dinners, private events, etc.

MANAGER/BARTENDER, NOCTURNAL TAVERN

NOCTURNAL TAVERN
02.2023 - 08.2024
  • Responsible for overseeing and running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, consistency, and exceptional customer service
  • Responsible for training all bar staff on procedures and expectations
  • Responsible for financial reporting and personnel / payroll related administrative duties, ensure reports are completed accurately, on time in accordance with company policies
  • Interview hourly employees
  • Direct hiring, supervision, development, and termination
  • Develop employees by establishing expectations and processes
  • Coordination, implementation, and development of seasonal cocktail menus with cocktails developed by all on staff
  • Responsible for ordering and checking in orders, handling money at the end of the day as well as reports, and making sure the bar is closed/opened properly.

BARTENDER/MANAGER, HOPPERS CORNER BAR

HOPPERS CORNER BAR
10.2020 - 03.2023
  • Responsible for running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, and exceptional customer service
  • Responsible for training all new bar staff on bar procedures
  • Meet customer service needs while maintaining bar standards
  • Manage the bar including security, proper open/closing, and counting register
  • Responsible for ordering and checking in orders, handling daily money and reporting, and making sure the bar is closed/opened properly.

BARTENDER/MANAGER, HOO'S Q AND BREW

HOO'S Q AND BREW
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, and exceptional customer service
  • Created new drink recipes based on clientele
  • Responsible for ordering and checking in orders, handling daily money and reporting, and making sure the restaurant is closed/opened properly.

GENERAL MANAGER, TWELVE25

TWELVE25
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Oversee and manage all areas of the bar and final decisions on matters of importance
  • Responsible for security detail and staffing for events 200+
  • Manage 50+ employees while adhering to company standards and service levels
  • Increasing sales and minimizing costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor
  • Responsible for financial reporting and personnel / payroll related administrative duties, ensure reports are completed accurately, on time in accordance with company policies
  • Interview hourly employees
  • Direct hiring, supervision, development, and termination
  • Develop employees by establishing expectations and conducting performance reviews
  • Attract patrons by implementing marketing, advertising, public and community relations programs; evaluating program results; identifying and tracking changing demands.

general manager, brick & spoon

brick & spoon
02.2019 - 09.2019
  • Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant and final decisions on matters of importance
  • Adhere to company standards to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor
  • Responsible for ensuring all financial reporting and personnel / payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately and on time in accordance with company policies
  • Interview hourly employees
  • Direct hiring, supervision, development, and termination
  • Develop employees by establishing expectations and conducting performance reviews
  • Attract patrons by implementing marketing, advertising, public and community relations programs; evaluate program results; identify and track changing demands.

server / bartender, Chuck's

Chuck's
07.2018 - 02.2019
  • Responsible for running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, and exceptional customer service
  • Looking after customer needs while maintaining a presence in a high traffic environment
  • Created new drink recipes for clientele
  • Worked late night and special events including rehearsal dinners, private events, etc.

general manager, wild wing café

wild wing café
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Maintain an average of 35K sales weekly
  • Manage all areas of the restaurant and decisions on matters of importance
  • Adhere to company standards, increasing sales and minimizing costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor
  • Responsible for ensuring that all financial reporting and personnel / payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately and on time and in accordance with company policies
  • Interview hourly employees
  • Direct hiring, supervision, development, and termination
  • Develop employees by establishing performance expectations and conducting regular reviews
  • Responsible for maintaining the systems required to meet all store numbers: 28% food, 21% liquor and beer, and 21% labor costs.

bartender, central mesa

central mesa
06.2017 - 10.2017
  • Responsible for running all aspects of the bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking, set-up, inventory procedures, and exceptional customer service
  • Responsible for training all new bar staff on bar procedures
  • Looking after customer service needs while maintaining bar standards
  • Created new drink recipes based on clientele.

assistant manager / sales rep, wagner's runwalk

wagner's runwalk
12.2016 - 10.2017
  • Responsible for inventory during all seasons
  • Maintained sales numbers for the store and personal goals set per season
  • Provided proper employee training for new sales reps
  • Continued constant and clear communication with vendors about desired events and products
  • Create and execute all needs for special events
  • Maintained personal and store IPT of $2.00.

manager, downtown pub

downtown pub
03.2006 - 06.2017
  • Oversee and manage all areas of the bar, including final decisions on matters of importance
  • Established business plan by surveying restaurant demand; conferring with community; identifying and evaluating competitors; preparing financial, marketing, and sales projections
  • Manage shifts and scheduling based on employee availability
  • Interview, hire, supervise, develop, and terminate employees as required.

manager, buffalo's american grill

buffalo's american grill
07.2004 - 06.2006
  • Maintained inventory and loss prevention as well as daily deposits and money management
  • Back of house scheduling ensuring all needs are met within the restaurant
  • Developed vendor relationships and worked closely with them during promotions.

Education

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Operations Management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Performance Management
  • Staff Development
  • Sales Techniques
  • Policy Implementation
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Workforce Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Business Administration
  • Marketing
  • Product Management
  • Budget Control
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Expectation setting
  • Expense Tracking
  • Contract Management
  • Brand Management
  • Lead Generation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Decision-Making
  • Computer Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Positive Attitude
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Hiring and Training
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Employee Coaching and Mentoring
  • Staff Training
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Training and Development
  • Relationship Building
  • MS Office
  • Good Judgment
  • Schedule Management
  • Employee Development
  • Self Motivation
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Budget Management
  • Cost Control
  • Schedule oversight
  • Written Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Professionalism

CrossFit L1 Trainer

I have been training and competing in CrossFit for about 10 years. I love being able to help athletes learn the dynamic lifts and exercises that our community includes in our workouts. Helping and pushing people to accomplish their fitness goals is one of the most rewarding things I've done.

Timeline

MANAGER, SOCAL CANTINA

SOCAL CANTINA
09.2024 - Current

BARTENDER, COCKTAIL COLLECTION

COCKTAIL COLLECTION
08.2024 - Current

MANAGER/BARTENDER, NOCTURNAL TAVERN

NOCTURNAL TAVERN
02.2023 - 08.2024

BARTENDER/MANAGER, HOPPERS CORNER BAR

HOPPERS CORNER BAR
10.2020 - 03.2023

BARTENDER/MANAGER, HOO'S Q AND BREW

HOO'S Q AND BREW
07.2020 - 03.2022

GENERAL MANAGER, TWELVE25

TWELVE25
09.2019 - 07.2020

general manager, brick & spoon

brick & spoon
02.2019 - 09.2019

server / bartender, Chuck's

Chuck's
07.2018 - 02.2019

general manager, wild wing café

wild wing café
10.2017 - 05.2018

bartender, central mesa

central mesa
06.2017 - 10.2017

assistant manager / sales rep, wagner's runwalk

wagner's runwalk
12.2016 - 10.2017

manager, downtown pub

downtown pub
03.2006 - 06.2017

manager, buffalo's american grill

buffalo's american grill
07.2004 - 06.2006

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