Derwin Burns
Chicago,IL
Summary
Creative, dedicated and hard working individual. Eager to learn more in this industry, improve my skills and work with talented people. I am Confident I can handle most all challenges to come my way by putting in the effort, finding solutions and giving projects the attention they need to make the best product. I am a great asset to have on any team as I will always push for perfection.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Director
Torino Ramen
10.2019 - Current
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Boosted bar profitability & mentoring team members on routine procedures.
- Conduct regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand.
- Consult with managers weekly for sales reports, new events & menu changes.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop food pairings for specialty cocktails.
Manager
Chicago First Lady Cruises
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and and Continued Vendor relations for the liquor and snack program.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Oversees several boats bar department and deck hands for tour rides and charter events.
- Place orders for all boat consumption bars along with all liquors sold.
- Create schedules for over 20 employees.
- Promoted in 3 months of employment.
FOH Manager
Baderbrau Brewing Company
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Oversaw the Two main Dining Rooms during regular service.
- Coordinated Multiple Events held in the main rooms And Basement level.
- Trained servers and bartenders on the newly crafted beer.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Animation
Harold Washington College
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma -
Thornton Township HS
Harvey, ILSkills
- Adobe software
- Project Management
- Web Design
- Inventory Management
- Brand Promotion
- Menu Development
- Staff Training
- Customer Relations
Certification
- (Food Handler Certified)
- (Basset Certified)
Timeline
Manager
Chicago First Lady Cruises
04.2022 - 06.2023
Bar Director
Torino Ramen
10.2019 - Current
FOH Manager
Baderbrau Brewing Company
04.2016 - 07.2018
Associate of Arts - Animation
Harold Washington College
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township HS
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