Gerald Richardson
Summary
Driven Restaurant Manager with a proven track record with over a decade of hospitality experience, enhancing sales revenue through innovative marketing and menu redevelopment. Expert in inventory control and staff development, showcasing strong leadership and creative menu design skills. Excelled in creating engaging customer experiences and efficient operational strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Manager
Blackwall Hitch Alexandria/Titan Hospitality Group
10.2023 - Current
- Implemented multiple marketing initiatives to increase sales revenue, such as "Cocktail of the week" , and "Sommelier Selections".
- Participated in a company wide training program, for bar protocol, and Specialty Cocktail Specs, through the ExpandShare Training App.
- Increased Liquor,Beer, and Wine sales 10% from first quarter of last years sales.
Bar Manager/Assistant General Manager of Operations
Playa Ocho Cantina/ Neighborhood Restaurant Group
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Redevelopment of signature cocktail Program
- Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
- Implemented shift sidework and closing duties procedures, as well as oversaw bar prep schedule to maintain consistency, and organization.
Bar Manager/Assistant General Manager
Alias On 14th
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Designed an Innovative and Creative "Winter 2022 Specialty Cocktail Menu".
- Maintain budget and monitored cost, as well as weekly inventory and ordering.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Initiated multiple marketing programs including online menu ordering
- Oversaw and recruitment of all Talent, and performers at the venue.
Restaurant Supervisor
Kennedy Center Rooftop Terrace Restaurant/Compass
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent quality of food and service.
- Staffed and Oversaw all Special events and buyout on site
- Developed an Entire Craft Cocktail Program. As well as Oversaw inventory and cost
- Handled guest complaints professionally, resolving issues to enhance overall satisfaction levels.
- Supervised staff to confirm that all food and beverage orders were promptly and accurately prepared.
Events Bar Lead/ Assistant Event Coordinator
National Press Club
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed administrative logistics of event planning, event booking, and event promotions
- Scheduling and deployment of Server, bar team, and support staff.
- Coordinated and organized all satelite bar locations, as well as oversaw all staff during events.
- Trained all bar and service staff on proper steps of service and dining procedures too ensure an amazing guest experience.
Beverage Manager
Mayahuel Cochina Mexicana
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Designed creative cocktail recipes that became popular among guests, driving repeat business.
- Designed beverage menus.
- Selected wine, beer and alcohol products based on customer feedback and local product availability.
- Managed all day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.2012
Skills
- Menu design, and development
- Interviewing/Recruitment Training and Development of staff
- Inventory/Cost Control (Margin Edge, Toast,POSitouch,Micros)
- Product ordering procedures
- Shift Management and customer relations
- Proper cash handling procedures, as well daily, weekly, monthly, and annul sales reports
Certification
- ABRA Management License- license #123137 expires:11/03/2025
- TIPS alcohol service training- certificate # 000027079038 expires: 10/26/2025
Timeline
Bar Manager
Blackwall Hitch Alexandria/Titan Hospitality Group
10.2023 - Current
Bar Manager/Assistant General Manager of Operations
Playa Ocho Cantina/ Neighborhood Restaurant Group
02.2023 - 10.2023
Bar Manager/Assistant General Manager
Alias On 14th
06.2022 - 01.2023
Restaurant Supervisor
Kennedy Center Rooftop Terrace Restaurant/Compass
11.2020 - 06.2022
Events Bar Lead/ Assistant Event Coordinator
National Press Club
03.2019 - 06.2022
Beverage Manager
Mayahuel Cochina Mexicana
03.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Alabama State University
- ABRA Management License- license #123137 expires:11/03/2025
- TIPS alcohol service training- certificate # 000027079038 expires: 10/26/2025
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