Gracie Tate
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic Front of House Manager with 12 years experience in the service industry. Expertise in inventory management, team leadership, and cash handling. Proven ability to manage high-volume environments while maintaining attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Manager
JBJ's
Nashville, Tennessee
2026.02 - Current
- Oversaw operations across five floors, eight bars, three live music stages, a tattoo shop, and a mechanical bull.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted interviews, hired, and trained new employees.
- Executed daily opening and closing tasks, including safe counts and shift preparations.
- Coordinated audio-visual and lighting arrangements, enhancing overall show quality and guest experience.
- Ensured adherence to all certifications such as TABC licenses, security licenses, and health standards.
- Supported team members, including servers, bartenders, security, VIP hosts, and back-of-house staff.
Bartender
JBJ's
Nashville, TN
2024.05 - 2026.02
- Maintained exceptional service during high-volume hours, processing over 10,000 dollars in sales on weekends.
- Trained new bartenders on standard procedures and customer service techniques, enhancing team readiness and service quality.
- Accurately handled cash transactions, ensuring precise cash drops at shift end.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies and maintaining bar cleanliness for efficient and optimal service.
Manager/ Bartender
Playdate
Nashville, TN
2024.03 - 2025.12
- Developed efficient bartender and server schedules to optimize staffing.
- Managed liquor inventory, streamlining supply tracking and ordering processes.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless team coordination and workflow.
- Orchestrated weekly trivia and DJ events to boost customer engagement.
- Collaborated with marketing to integrate social media strategies, increasing event visibility and attendance.
Server
Luke's 32 Bridge
Nashville, TN
2023.01 - 2025.01
- Provided an excellent guest experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Assisted guests with menu selections and dietary restrictions.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC2021-05
Skills
- Inventory management
- Event coordination
- Floor management
- Cash handling
- Health and safety regulations
- Team leadership
- Detail orientation
Certification
- TABC server permit
Timeline
Front of House Manager
JBJ's
2026.02 - Current
Bartender
JBJ's
2024.05 - 2026.02
Manager/ Bartender
Playdate
2024.03 - 2025.12
Server
Luke's 32 Bridge
2023.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Western Carolina University