Colin McGhee
Summary
Results-driven Bar Manager with proven success in driving revenue growth through consultative sales and upselling strategies. Skilled in customer retention and inventory regulation, consistently exceeding profitability goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Lead
Little Betty Steakbar
Birmingham, AL
11.2024 - Current
- Increased beverage sales through upselling strategies, menu optimization, and staff coaching, consistently driving higher average guest checks.
- Exceeded monthly cost goals by identifying slow-moving products and training staff on selling premium options.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on pricing strategies and product launches, enhancing seasonal promotions to maximize profitability.
Bar Manager/FOH Manager
Dillard’s Chophouse
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Directed all bar operations while consistently exceeding profitability goals in a high volume fine dining environment.
- Managed all inventory, ordering, and menus for all bar related items with high profit sales and guests satisfaction in mind.
- Developed guest loyalty by building long term relationships with high value guests and VIP clientele.
Education
Murphy
Mobile, ALSkills
- Consultative sales
- Value-based selling
- Revenue growth
- Inventory and costs regulation
- Team leadership
- Customer retention
- Negotiation
Timeline
Bar Lead
Little Betty Steakbar
11.2024 - Current
Bar Manager/FOH Manager
Dillard’s Chophouse
08.2020 - 09.2024
Murphy