Carrie Eddings-Foster
JOHNS ISLAND,SC
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record. I excel in bartending, event planning and execution, and bar management. I place a high value on customer and vendor relations and staff training, I significantly enhanced customer experiences. Skilled in POS systems and am TIPS Certified, I enjoy the impact a bar makes in any environment and what a skilled bartender can create with a drink and a story. I believe I am always growing and learning all while adding my expertise to any organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Drinks With Jay
01.2020 - 06.2024
- I was responsible for organizing and carrying out private events, weddings, and corporate events. I was in charge of setting up all bars for each event, as well as purchasing and inventory for the events. I coordinated with clients on event details specific to the bar, and staffed and trained bartenders. I was in charge of the daily running of the business, setting up systems for the business to run efficiently and organized. Generated cost reports for each event and monthly and yearly sales reports. My goal was to create a great experience for guests and bartenders alike.
Lead Event Bartender
Francis Marion Hotel
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Bartender
D. Fresh One Hospitality
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bar Manager
El Jefe Texican Cantina CHS
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Daily operations and management of high volume bar
- inventory & Ordering
- Created their Bar Manual
- Developed relations with vendors
- Bartending and oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
- Mentored and trained staff members
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
Restaurant Front of House Manager
Krazy Owls
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Served, Bartended, Expo'd maintaining all needs of the restaurant.
- Hiring, Scheduling & Training of new team members on restaurant policies, and procedures.
- Collaborated with back of house management to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and service staff for optimal dining experiences.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing front-of-house operations and addressing guest concerns promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating guests'' needs from arrival through departure.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV1997
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School, Minden, NV
Minden, NV1991
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Operations Management, Standards & Procedures Management
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Developing and Maintaining an organized Space
- Bartending/Bar Management/Inventory Management
- Staff Training and Leadership
- Vendor Relations
- Event Planning & Event Execution
- Scheduling and Timelines
- On-site Execution
- Brand Awareness
- POS Systems and Scheduling systems: R-POWER, REV, TOAST, ALHOA, HOMEBASE, SCHEDULEFLY, SLING
- SERVESAFE Food & Handler Certified
- SERVESAFE - TIPS Certified
Certification
- TIPS CERTIFIED in State of SC
Timeline
Lead Event Bartender
Francis Marion Hotel
09.2022 - 01.2023
Bartender
D. Fresh One Hospitality
06.2022 - 01.2023
Bar Manager
El Jefe Texican Cantina CHS
11.2020 - 05.2022
Operations Manager
Drinks With Jay
01.2020 - 06.2024
Restaurant Front of House Manager
Krazy Owls
09.2018 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Western Nevada College
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School, Minden, NV
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