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Grant Ward

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Professional with winning attitude and proven ability to manage all facets of food service operations. Proficient in inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Proficient in optimizing food and beverage costs. A friendly manager who establishes strong relationships with customers, employees, vendors and entertainers.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender

Elicit Brewing Company
Fairfield, CT
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervised other staff members in order to ensure tasks were completed correctly and efficiently.
  • Assisted management in developing promotional activities such as contests or giveaways.
  • Scheduled employee shifts based on business needs while ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
  • Trained new bartenders on proper pouring techniques, responsible alcohol service policies and legal requirements regarding alcohol sales and service.
  • Managed closing procedures such as counting money, balancing tills and reconciling receipts at end of shift.
  • Demonstrated knowledge about wines, beers, spirits and cocktails by providing detailed descriptions upon request.
  • Maintained bar inventory, ordered supplies and restocked items as necessary.
  • Inspected all equipment used in the bar area for proper operation prior to each shift.

Lead Bartender

Matty's Corner
Bridgeport, CT
09.2021 - Current
  • Organized events such as happy hours or special promotions for holidays or sporting events.
  • Assisted management in developing promotional activities such as contests or giveaways.
  • Managed closing procedures such as counting money, balancing tills and reconciling receipts at end of shift.
  • Maintained bar inventory, ordered supplies and restocked items as necessary.
  • Restocked beer and liquor regularly and after special events.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Advertised, marketed and recommended drink options to guests.

Assistant Housekeeping Manager

St. Joseph Health Center
Trumbull, CT
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Supervised daily operations of housekeeping department to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Ensured safety regulations are followed by all employees within the department.
  • Inspected guest rooms and public areas to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
  • Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies and equipment.
  • Assisted in the interviewing, hiring and training of new housekeeping staff.
  • Participated in meetings with other departments to coordinate services between departments.
  • Supervised and supported housekeeping personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.

Business Development and Quality Manager in CT

Diageo Guinness USA
Western , CT
02.2013 - 06.2018
  • Business development and quality specialist for the world's largest adult beverage company.
  • Provided quality, distribution, visibility, and promotion initiatives within assigned territories, with education as a goal of driving sales in key accounts.
  • Provided staff support and brand education, driving sales in three territories. The main territory was ranked #1 in the U.S. in quality trend improvement for the fiscal year in 2014.
  • Managed 100 high-profile accounts within Fairfield, New Haven, and Hartford Counties.
  • Coordinated and scheduled over 100 brand events within 60 days.

Restaurant Consultant

Shake It Up!
Fairfield , CT
05.2011 - 02.2013
  • President of a consulting firm dedicated to streamlining bar operations to maximize profitability within the Tri-State area.
  • Educated owners and operators on bar management techniques, with a goal of reducing costs, increasing volume, lowering employee turnover, and driving the bottom line.
  • Implementing the standardization of recipes and pour control, increasing the efficiency of bar setup, and developing a cocktail, beer, and wine menu with food pairings.

Bar Manager

The World Famous Double Down Saloon
Las Vegas, NV
  • Bartender and club manager at a highly popular venue known for "bringing much-needed sophistication to Las Vegas."
  • Provided customer service to patrons, and maintained professional relations with suppliers.
  • Generated reports reflecting daily sales and gaming revenue.
  • Screened prospective employees and created staff schedules.
  • Controlled inventory of liquor and bar provisions servicing over 1,000 covers per night.
  • Coordinated twenty live events per week with agents and entertainers.
  • Created the most popular drink at the bar to date.
  • Managed a staff of the best bartenders on the planet.

Education

Bachelor in Hospitality - Hospitality Management

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Associate of Arts - Marketing and Communications

S.U.N.Y. Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY

Skills

  • Certified Cicerone Beer Server
  • Certified Beer Technician
  • Excellent brand ambassador
  • Skilled at building interpersonal and professional relationships
  • Strong team leader
  • Master of Mixology
  • Budget monitoring
  • Health codes compliance
  • Food handling certification
  • Promotions execution

Accomplishments

  • Best Bartender in the Country- CitySearch.com in 2000
  • Our Favorite Bartenders, Las Vegas Weekly in 2002
  • Quoted in Rolling Stone, Las Vegas City Life, Las Vegas Mercury, and Las Vegas Review Journal

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Elicit Brewing Company
01.2024 - Current

Lead Bartender

Matty's Corner
09.2021 - Current

Assistant Housekeeping Manager

St. Joseph Health Center
02.2020 - 08.2021

Business Development and Quality Manager in CT

Diageo Guinness USA
02.2013 - 06.2018

Restaurant Consultant

Shake It Up!
05.2011 - 02.2013

Bar Manager

The World Famous Double Down Saloon

Bachelor in Hospitality - Hospitality Management

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Associate of Arts - Marketing and Communications

S.U.N.Y. Westchester Community College

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