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Jennifer Mattioni
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Jennifer Mattioni

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Beverage EditorWriterDirector of OperationsHospitality Worker

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkSeasonal WorkConsulting

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: USDenver, CO
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hours

Summary

Dynamic beverage director and freelance writer with a passion for culinary storytelling. At Fonda Fina Hospitality, I designed award-winning beverage programs while enhancing team performance through effective training. Skilled in content creation and team management, I thrive on elevating the dining experience and driving success in the hospitality industry.

Overview

2
2
Certifications
25
25

Years hospitality experience

15
15

Years in writing / editing

Work History

Freelance Writer, Contributor

Westword Magazine
Colorado
10.2022 - Current
  • Created food and beverage content for Westword magazine, covering beverage and food trends, creative hospitality industry narratives, and opinion pieces

Beverage Director

Fonda Fina Hospitality
11.2023 - 02.2026
  • Achieved Michelin star recognition for 2024/2025, highlighting culinary excellence.
  • Designed cocktails and beverage programs for Michelin chef, Johnny Curiel’s 5 concepts
  • Executed administrative operations, managing COGS, P&L, POS implementation, inventory, ordering, and SOPs.
  • Trained bar staff on cocktail, spirits, and wine knowledge, ensuring adherence to proper procedures.
  • Oversaw multiple roles, including floor manager, general manager, bar manager, and bartender, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Alma Fonda Fina, Mezcaleria Alma, Cozobi Fonda Fina, Alteño, and Mar Bella Boqueria

Vice President/ Secretary/ Membership Coordinator

Colorado Bartenders Guild
01.2015 - 01.2024
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and outreach programs.
  • Elevated craft through community initiatives, training, and educational opportunities.
  • Oversaw training and development programs for bartenders and hospitality staff.
  • Collaborated with industry partners to promote best practices in bartending standards.
  • Supported community engagement initiatives to foster industry growth.

Beverage Director

South Broadway Country Club
Denver
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Created and designed full beverage program including wines, craft cocktails, and beer in preparation to opening bar and golf simulator venue.
  • Managed multiple units and developed tailored beverage offerings to enhance customer experience.
  • Hired and trained staff while performing administrative and weekly preparation duties to support bar program operations.
  • Tennyson, South Broadway Country Club Broadway, SCrow’s Nest, Denver

Beverage Editor

Dining Out Magazine
07.2020 - 10.2022
  • Developed and refined food and beverage content, contributing insights to enhance writing projects.
  • Edited articles for clarity and style, ensuring alignment with magazine standards.
  • Collaborated with writers to enhance content through feedback and revisions.
  • Managed editorial calendar, coordinating deadlines and publication schedules.

General Manager

Ash’Kara
Denver
11.2020 - 03.2022
  • Hired and rebuilt FOH and BOH restaurant teams after capacity restrictions lifted; trained staff and implemented new SOPs to enhance operations.
  • Managed dining room and administrative operations to ensure smooth service and compliance with standards.
  • Performed managerial duties in the dining room and administrative side.

Cocktail Creator

Colorado Five
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Created and paired cocktails for five, five-course dinners around Colorado and events including Breckenridge food and wine, Crested Butte food and wine, and a dinner at the James Beard House in NYC.
  • Created engaging content for digital platforms, enhancing audience engagement and brand visibility.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to synchronize messaging and branding strategies, ensuring cohesive brand representation.
  • Analyzed industry trends to shape creative direction and refine content strategies, aligning them with market demands.

Owner / Operator, Beverage Director

Q House
Denver
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Managed day-to-day operations and beverage program to enhance guest experience.
  • Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing team.
  • Streamlined daily operations to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed operational policies to enhance customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Received James Beard award nomination 2019, 5280 Magazine best restaurants 2019, Westword’s best Chinese restaurant, and Eater’s Restaurant of the year during my tenure.

Education

MFA - Writing and Poetics

Naropa University
Boulder, CO
01-2015

BA - English

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
01-2007

BA - Creative Writing

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
01-2007

Skills

  • Content creation
  • Food writing
  • Recipe development
  • Content strategy
  • Content editing
  • Creative development
  • Culinary trends analysis
  • Collaboration techniques
  • Project management
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication skills

Certification

CRT, Government of Mexico, Certification T in agave spirits, 2016

Accomplishments

Bon Apetit Best Beverage Program, best new restaurants 2025

Timeline

Beverage Director

Fonda Fina Hospitality
11.2023 - 02.2026

Freelance Writer, Contributor

Westword Magazine
10.2022 - Current

Beverage Director

South Broadway Country Club
10.2022 - 10.2023

General Manager

Ash’Kara
11.2020 - 03.2022

Beverage Editor

Dining Out Magazine
07.2020 - 10.2022

Cocktail Creator

Colorado Five
01.2019 - 01.2021

Owner / Operator, Beverage Director

Q House
01.2017 - 01.2021

Vice President/ Secretary/ Membership Coordinator

Colorado Bartenders Guild
01.2015 - 01.2024

MFA - Writing and Poetics

Naropa University

BA - English

Ithaca College

BA - Creative Writing

Ithaca College

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