ERIC ZORNES

Able to effectively run fast-paced, high volume bar while maintaining clean and organized work station. Assist with bar prep whenever needed. Demonstrate commitment to ensuring seamless business operations by consistently going above and beyond.

Quickly established many regulars who visited multiple times a week. Trained new and existing bartenders to further their knowledge of classic cocktails and coach them on how to utilize suggestive selling techniques based on individual guests. Assisted with bar upgrades and maintenance.

Experienced sales director with a demonstrated history of surpassing sales goals. Increased monthly sales by 300%. Proficient in cultivating and maintaining customer connections, developed and implemented a comprehensive social media strategy to increase brand awareness and website traffic.

Helped establish a new bar program, including crafting multiple signature cocktails and training bartending staff. Responsible for weekly bar inventory. Assisted on the restaurant side whenever needed. Volunteered to work any private events whenever possible.

Directed and supervised a team of 20+ employees in daily operations. Facilitated pre- and post-shift briefings. Maintained thorough product knowledge, high degree of drive, motivation and integrity to increase production levels and follow compliance/quality assurance requirements within the team.

Actively expanded knowledge of popular shots. Routinely worked 17 hour shifts. Provided security and managed pool tournaments when needed.

Remained knowledgeable on 190+ craft beers and memorized 20 signature cocktails. Provided input on what beers to put on rotating taps.

Focused on craft cocktails, both off of signature menu, as well as classic drinks, all made with fresh ingredients, in-house squeezed juices and infused simple syrups. Adapted to all situations that come with opening a new restaurant.

Worked a number of positions, primarily bartender, server and expo. As a bartender, responsible for providing quality service for guests at the bar and in the bar section, quickly preparing drinks for all servers, as well as taking to-go orders over the phone and running them outside.

Memorized large menu and recipes. Required to set up and garnish dishes and prepare salads and desserts during slow business hours. Also needed to be able to give recommendations on attractions and nightlife in the area for out of town guests.

Served in both a fine dining and casual environment. Required to quickly mix alcoholic drinks for my own tables during the week and served as primary bartender on weekends and for private events. Coordinated with 2 separate kitchens with 4 distinct menus.