Gabriel Bryant
Sausalito
Summary
Driven and efficient hospitality professional with 15+ years of experience in customer service, food and beverage management and bookkeeping. Possesses extensive knowledge in cost control and event planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Events
Blue Ridge Kitchen / The Barlow
10.2022 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of event team management through clear communication and mentorship to uphold the highest standards of service
- Director for all daily restaurant and event operations for a multi-location establishment.
- Ensure culinary and beverage program excellence by utilizing years of experience and attention to detail resulting in customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Restaurant & Bar Consultant
Level Eleven Hospitality
10.2015 - Current
- Implemented full scope restaurant and bar opening standards of procedure through years of proven experience
- Designed craft cocktail programs using modern mixology techniques as well as classic preparation
- Lead food service and beverage service trainings using proper industry methods
Regional Sales Manager
Breakthru Beverage
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed sales team of 10 for all restaurant and bar accounts throughout San Francisco
- Excelled at team building and motivation through proven communication strategies and empathy based approach
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
Owner/Operator
Archive Bar & Kitchen
11.2012 - 05.2020
- Management of all aspects of day-to-day business operations
- Implemented and maintained all bookkeeping and financial statements
- Achieved below standard cost of goods sold and high profitability
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
General Manager / Bar Manager
MARINITAS MEXICAN KITCHEN
10.2009 - 08.2012
- Opening General Management of all FOH & BOH staff
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and vendor negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Achieved below industry standards on food and beverage through inventory control methods
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
SACRAMENTO STATE UNIVERSITY
Sacramento, CASkills
- Food & Beverage Management
- Inventory Management
- Sales
- QuickBooks Accounting
- Event Planning
- Hospitality Training
- Microsoft Office
- Operations management
- Sales management
- Payroll
- Bookkeeping
- Customer service
- Cost control
- Profit & loss
- Events Management
Timeline
Director of Events
Blue Ridge Kitchen / The Barlow
10.2022 - Current
Regional Sales Manager
Breakthru Beverage
02.2022 - 11.2023
Restaurant & Bar Consultant
Level Eleven Hospitality
10.2015 - Current
Owner/Operator
Archive Bar & Kitchen
11.2012 - 05.2020
General Manager / Bar Manager
MARINITAS MEXICAN KITCHEN
10.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
SACRAMENTO STATE UNIVERSITY
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