Douglas Laney III
Apollo Beach,FL
Summary
Reliable and highly motivated individual proudly offering 4 years of bartending and bar management experience with exceptional social skills, communication abilities, and customer service background. Skilled in designing profitable drink menus, handling cash sales, and day to day bar operations. Dedicated to providing the highest level of service to customers while creating a pleasant and positive work environment for staff.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Manager
Chevy's Place
03.2019 - 01.2023
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting menu offerings accordingly
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing innovative bar management strategies
- Designed new cocktail and shot specials on a monthly basis
- Maintained a highly positive and motivating environment for staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
Holland, OH05.2014
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Liquor Law Compliance
- Profitability Optimization
- High Volume Food and Beverage Operations
- Bar Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Staff Development
- Staff Scheduling
- Inventory Control
- Vendor Management
- Customer Service
Certification
Florida Food Handler Card
Timeline
Bar Manager
Chevy's Place
03.2019 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
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