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Damain Grant

Queens,NY

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

The Frying Pan - Nyc
04.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volume groups of 200 plus patrons 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.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues by 18% year vs. year and maximizing profits.

Bartender/Server

CHELSEA BELL BAR & RESTURANT
06.2021 - 04.2023
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Operations Manager

GARDAWORLD
02.2019 - 06.2021
  • Supervised operations staff of 110 crewmembers and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency by 15% year vs. year.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses by 5% and increase profit by 15% year vs. year.

Education

Associate of Science Degree - Criminal Justice

John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
New York, NY

Kenisiology, Muscular & Skeletal Systems

Focus Personal Training Institute
New York, NY
12.2023

Hypnotherapy

Hypnosis Motivation Institute
Tarzana, CA
02.2023

Skills

  • Clear and Effective Communication
  • Food Service Management
  • Maintaining Glassware Stock
  • Mixology Techniques
  • Engaging Customers

Certification

  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist.
  • CPR Certified (Expected Sep 2023).
  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer (Expected Dec 2023).

Timeline

Bartender

The Frying Pan - Nyc
04.2023 - Current

Bartender/Server

CHELSEA BELL BAR & RESTURANT
06.2021 - 04.2023

Operations Manager

GARDAWORLD
02.2019 - 06.2021

Associate of Science Degree - Criminal Justice

John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)

Kenisiology, Muscular & Skeletal Systems

Focus Personal Training Institute

Hypnotherapy

Hypnosis Motivation Institute
Damain Grant