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Hunter Smith

Hunter Smith

Portland,OR

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in food and beverage management, notably as Assistant Beer and Wine Manager at New Seasons Market. Excelled in inventory management and customer service, significantly enhancing department efficiency and customer satisfaction. Skilled in vendor negotiations and conflict resolution, demonstrating a proven ability to lead teams and improve operational outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Beer and Wine Manager

New Seasons Market
01.2024 - Current

-First and Foremost, Customer Service. Greeting every customer entering the department and helping them with inquiries about products with knowledge and customer preferences.

-Engaging staff with new products and knowledge of Beer and Wine and coordinating tasks such as stocking and display flipping.

-Worked with Store Operations to ensure all displays and departments were up to code for the daily operations.

-Worked with vendors and merchandisers to bring in new products and maintain the status quo of the aisle.

Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher/Lead

Harlow
09.2018 - 10.2023

-Working fast and efficiently in a busy restaurant environment. Making sure quality is being upheld and pivoting tasks when new priorities come up.

-Prepping for the night shift and morning shift and stocking products properly.

-Help create night menu specials on the day to provide fun and exciting dishes in the business

-Work closely with FOH staff to coordinate orders and special instructions in a calm and professional manner

Cashier/Clerk

Black Rose Market
05.2021 - 09.2023
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Education

No Degree - Philosophy

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

Skills

  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Inventory Management
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Conflict resolution abilities
  • Special Events
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Service staff support
  • Promotions planning
  • Customer Complaint Resolution
  • Customer service experience
  • Supply Ordering
  • Sales
  • Product sourcing
  • Wine Knowledge
  • Team recruitment and training
  • Food handling
  • Sauteing
  • Customer Service
  • Dish preparation
  • Sanitation
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • Food presentation
  • Recipe modification
  • Surface cleaning
  • Order prioritization
  • Food Preparation
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Health code understanding
  • Calm Demeanor
  • Recipe Development
  • High volume production capability
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Effective planner
  • Knife Skills
  • Positive and professional
  • Wine pairing
  • Food Storage
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures

Timeline

Assistant Beer and Wine Manager

New Seasons Market
01.2024 - Current

Cashier/Clerk

Black Rose Market
05.2021 - 09.2023

Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher/Lead

Harlow
09.2018 - 10.2023

No Degree - Philosophy

Austin Community College
Hunter Smith