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Waitress

Jeremy Huff

Beverage Director
Evansville,IN

Summary

Well-connected Evansville native with 20+ years of beverage sales experience. Leader in training bar and wait staff in quality beverage marketing techniques. Sommelier with advanced knowledge of fine wines, beer and spirits.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Beverage Director

Evansville Country Club
Evansville, IN
09.2008 - Current
  • Manage bar and wait staff and direct hiring program.
  • Respond to customer complaints, addressing concerns and distress with amicable interactions.
  • Oversee selection, ordering and inventory controls of wine, beer and alcohol program.
  • Train food and beverage service personnel, teaching staff to provide recommendations and answer questions.
  • Maintain highest standards for beverage quality and service.
  • Design beverage menus.
  • Oversee wine locker program, and all "wholesale" member purchases.
  • Sommelier, bartender, and floor manager 3-5 nights per week.
  • Plan and execute wine tastings, chef's tables, private wine dinners, and certain events.

Bar Manager

Abuelo's Restaurant
Evansville, IN
01.2006 - 05.2008

Started as head bartender, was promoted to bar manager.

Our location was shuttered by corporate.

Opted not to move.

Sales Associate

Southern Indiana Honda Polaris
Newburgh, IN
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College
Evansville, IN
09.1998 - 05.2000

Skills

Wine sales specialist

Level 1 Sommelier

Product Marketing

Public speaking

Customer service background

Timeline

Beverage Director

Evansville Country Club
09.2008 - Current

Bar Manager

Abuelo's Restaurant
01.2006 - 05.2008

Sales Associate

Southern Indiana Honda Polaris
01.2004 - 01.2006

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College
09.1998 - 05.2000
Jeremy HuffBeverage Director