Hunter Avtges
Maggie McFly's
Ellington,CT
1
Language
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated hospitality professional with a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction. Skilled in multitasking, managing inquiries, and maintaining organized workspaces. Experienced in collaborating with teams to adapt to changing demands, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Bartender/Supervisor (Seasonal)
4 Months- Provided personalized service to club members and guests, fostering a professional and welcoming atmosphere
- Executed accurate cash handling, POS transactions, and end-of-shift reconciliations.
- Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service and adherence to health standards.
Lead Bartender/Server (Seasonal)
9 Months- Led a team as a bartender, creating signature cocktails and overseeing the bar during high-volume shifts.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, customer service, and company policies, elevating service quality and fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Conducted bartending training sessions across various locations, enhancing staff knowledge of cocktail recipes, beverage service techniques, and customer engagement strategies.
Food and Beverage Manager
7 Months- Coordinated and executed private events and medium-scale parties, achieving high guest satisfaction and repeat bookings
- Created event plans, ensuring seamless execution and positive guest experiences through attention to detail
- Scheduled and negotiated contracts with local bands for live entertainment, boosting event appeal and driving attendance
- Collaborated with marketing team to promote events and live performances via social media and local advertising, enhancing event visibility
- Implemented systems to track event success, guest feedback, and staff performance, continuously improving operations and service quality
- Developed and managed weekly employee schedules for front and back of house, optimizing staffing levels for peak efficiency
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
1 Year 3 Months- Led a team of 75+ staff members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting a culture of teamwork and accountability, resulting in reduced turnover
- Monitored financial performance by analyzing sales reports, managing budgets, and optimizing labor costs, contributing to improved profitability
- Collaborated with regional and general managers to oversee daily operations, streamlining workflow across all departments
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, fostering a safe and clean environment for staff and guests
- Addressed customer complaints swiftly and effectively, providing solutions that enhanced customer retention and protected business reputation
Lead Bartender/Server
2 Years 4 Months- Served as a lead bartender, creating signature cocktails and managing the bar during high-volume shifts, ensuring consistent quality and service
- Collaborated with management to assess bar operations and implement best practices, streamlining processes to reduce wait times and boost customer satisfaction
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, customer service, and company policies, resulting in improved service quality
- Conducted bartending training sessions across locations, equipping staff with cocktail recipes, beverage service techniques, and customer engagement strategies, enhancing overall team competency
Education
College
High school diploma
Skills
POS systems
Event Coordination
Employee scheduling
Task management
Vendor Coordination
Staff Training
Customer engagement
Alcohol awareness
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Collaborative mindset
Certification
servsafe alcohol handling April 2025 to April 2030, ServSafe March 2024 to March 2029, Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Bartender/Supervisor (Seasonal)
The Club At New Seabury
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Lead Bartender/Server (Seasonal)
Maggie McFly's
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Food and Beverage Manager
The Club at New Seabury
04.2025 - 11.2025Read More
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Maggie McFly's
01.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Lead Bartender/Server
Maggie McFly's
08.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Ellington High School
High school diploma
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Manchester Community College
College
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