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Hannah Whitenack

Dead Isla
Hamtramck
8
years of professional experience

Attentive Bartender with experience in fine dining and upscale establishments, focused on creating memorable guest experiences. Maintains composure under pressure while utilizing strong interpersonal skills to build connections with patrons. Delivers exceptional service through keen observational abilities, ensuring every guest feels valued and appreciated.

Work History

Flight Attendant

4 Months
SkyWest Airlines | 05.2026 - 09.2026
  • Delivered exceptional in-flight customer service, ensuring passenger comfort and satisfaction with North America's largest regional airlines, with an average post flight customer survey rating of 9.7
  • Assisted passengers with boarding procedures, optimizing efficiency during flight transitions.
  • Conducted pre-flight safety checks, adhering to airline regulations and protocols.

Founder/Creator/Bartender

3 Years 6 Months
Dead Isla | 02.2023 - Current
  • Co-Founder of a successful immersion based Tiki cocktail pop-up, producing 40+ events across the United States and recurring, sold out events in Detroit.
  • Develop and execute original, highly creative Tiki cocktails, creating distinctive menus and drink concepts that define the pop-up's identity.
  • Bartend high volume pop-up events in unfamiliar bars and temporary spaces, quickly adapting to different bar layouts and workflows while maintaining efficient service.

Bartender

2 Years 11 Months
Marrow | 06.2023 - 05.2026
  • Delivered exceptional service in James Beard award winning restaurant, emphasizing precision and hospitality to enhance guest experiences.
  • Maintained calm and focus during peak operations, ensuring guest safety and satisfaction while managing high-pressure situations.
  • Collaborated with teammates to uphold service standards and efficiently address guest needs, fostering a supportive team environment.

Beverage Director/ Bar Manager

4 Years 11 Months
Lost River | 07.2018 - 06.2023
  • Directed all operations at a critically acclaimed tropical cocktail bar recognized as Eater’s 2018 Bar of the Year.
  • Managed and trained twelve-member team to ensure exceptional service and regulatory compliance.
  • De-escalated guest situations with empathy and professionalism to enhance customer experience.

Education

Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies

Oakland Community College | 06-2016

General Studies

Wayne State University | Detroit, MI | 06-2012

Diploma

Seaholm High School | 06-2004

Skills

Bartender Magazine
2023 Spring Issue
Feature highlighting Female Bartenders in conjunction with Women's History Month
Bar Convent Brooklyn
2022
New York
New York
Cocktail event presentation
Tiki/Rum Class at Frame
2021
Hazel Park
Michigan
Tiki mixology seminar

Timeline

Flight Attendant

SkyWest Airlines
05.2026 - 09.2026Read More

Bartender

Marrow
06.2023 - 05.2026Read More

Founder/Creator/Bartender

Dead Isla
02.2023 - CurrentRead More

Beverage Director/ Bar Manager

Lost River
07.2018 - 06.2023Read More

Seaholm High School

Diploma
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Oakland Community College

Associates Degree from Paralegal Studies
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Wayne State University

General Studies
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Hannah Whitenack