Chad Samuels
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 15 years of experience in the food and beverage industry and 5 years in sales and marketing, offering a unique blend of expertise to drive results. Proficient in Spanish, enriched by living in Argentina, Australia, and Romania, and extensive travel to 20 countries, fostering a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. Recognized for building genuine relationships across various backgrounds, complemented by a passion for continuous learning and personal growth. Committed to excellence in every endeavor, demonstrating strong determination to complete tasks effectively while remaining open to feedback and improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Mission Floors
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Streamlined daily operations by optimizing resource allocation and workflow processes.
- Implemented inventory management systems to enhance stock accuracy and reduce waste.
- Ordering products, putting projects together, scheduling teams, communicating with builders.
- Developed training programs for staff to increase productivity and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Sales Associate
American Marketing and Publishing
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring stock availability and organization on the sales floor.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale (POS) systems to maintain financial integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing displays that drove customer engagement.
- negotiating contracts and managing relationships with customners
Lead Server/ Head Trainer/Bartender
Cafe Lily
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Knowledgeable about wines, spirits, amaro's. Trained all new hires.
Sales Associate
KALO Brands LLC
01.2021 - 01.2023
- I helped open over 250 direct accounts with my manager in Georgia. I handled all on premise accounts such as restaurants, bars, and liquor stores. As well as creating new account's, I kept up with and managed existing accounts with reorders. I did this through email and over the phone. Experience in inputting data into “Google sheets” and responding to coworkers in “slack”. Catering to certain accounts needs such as, Working with restaurants and their bar tenders/managers creating cocktails and marketing through social media platforms.
Lead Bartender
The Bold Monk
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Responsibilities included; keeping track of alcohol and reordering, batching cocktails, training all new hires, opening and closing the bar.
Server/Bartender
The Iberian Pig
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Responsibilities; serving, opening/closing restaurant, training new servers, working buy outs , wine and food knowledge.
Server
Vesta
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Responsibilities; Serving, hosting, floater, opening and closing restaurant, serving private buy outs, working the service bar (espressos, cappuccinos, wine, and beer), training new servers.
Education
High School -
Wanda High School
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University Of The Nations
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Organized and Efficient
- Excellent Communication/Problem Solving
- Direct Sales/Negotiation
- Marketing and Project Management
- Time Management/Punctual
Hobbies and Interests
Youth With A Mission, When I graduated high school, I moved to Argentina and worked with a non profit and partaking in a disciple training school. I led sports camps for the youth. Later I moved to Australia where I led these Schools, planning trips for the students, budgeting for the houses, and buying plane and train tickets. Also applying for visas for our International students. Later I did a chronological school of Biblical studies in Kona, Hawaii, passing Princeton's exit seminary exam.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Mission Floors
01.2025 - 07.2025
Sales Associate
American Marketing and Publishing
01.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Server/ Head Trainer/Bartender
Cafe Lily
01.2021 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
KALO Brands LLC
01.2021 - 01.2023
Lead Bartender
The Bold Monk
01.2018 - 01.2020
Server/Bartender
The Iberian Pig
01.2015 - 01.2018
Server
Vesta
01.2013 - 01.2015
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University Of The Nations
High School -
Wanda High School
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