Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer and awards
References
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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JOE R. MICHEL

Milwaukee,WI
JOE R. MICHEL

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven Food & Beverage/ Manager/Lead Bartender

Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual and fine dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with a pulse on new standards & new popular recipes. I have taught or lead classes with extensive knowledge of spirits and have mentored staff to always engage with our customers one-on-one., to be Friendly, open and committed to building a customer base by providing positive service experience.

Overview

15
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Movida@Hotel Madrid

FOH/Lead Bartender
04.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Provide V.I.P level service for up 200 Patron
  • Procuring and designing craft cocktails seasonally
  • Maintained strict confidentiality measures and adhered to guest preference history
  • Ensured consistency with flavor and quality of food through daily audits
  • charged with developing ties within community by volunteering for off-site premise delivery service and distribution.

Milwaukee World Festival

V.I.P-level Bartender
07.2020 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
  • Adept at I.D recognition and verification for multiple states
  • Provided club-level service for all V.I.P.s.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol

Moxie

FOH Manager/Lead Bartender
08.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Provide V.I.P level service for all local and destination diners
  • Procuring and designing craft cocktails seasonally
  • Maintained strict confidentiality measures and adhered to guest preference history
  • Promoted restaurant in community events through social interaction and community events
  • Ensured consistency with flavor and quality of food through daily audits.
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations
  • Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission
  • Collaborated with chefs to create seasonal menus and promotional offers

Milk Can Diner

AGM/Service manager/ Photographer & videographer
12.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Primary duties are to maintain day-to-day GM duties per shift
  • Directing profitable shift from open to close
  • Directing Expo line and maintaining strong customer relations throughout the shift
  • Conducting Daily Front of house Meetings and Training
  • Direct supervision of all service/bar staff
  • Conducted cash-out procedures for all tipped employees.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement

Thyme Kitchen Craft Beer

Manager
06.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Primary duties are to maintain the day-to-day GM duties per shift
  • Directing a profitable change from open to close
  • Directing the Expo line and maintaining strong customer relations throughout the shift
  • Conducted every aspect of day-to-day general management duties
  • Managed multiple areas of restaurant operations, including customer and vendor relations and inventory control
  • Controlled and oversaw cash flow daily to meet daily labor goals
  • Promoted restaurant in the community through social interaction in community events
  • Interviewed, trained, and oversaw the development of all staff and managers
  • Maintained the cleanliness and sanitation standards of the restaurants by daily FIFO audits
  • Researched the market monthly to analyze and ensure competitiveness
  • Interviewed all incoming staff.

Education

12.1995

University Overview

Attended: Western Kentucky University

Litton Compuserve
Reston

Operations Programming from Operations Systems
06.1990

University Overview

OS Programming on multiple platforms.

Adept at I.T solutions.

Competent in various POS

platforms:

Both Frontend Development

&

Backend Development



Skills

  • Experienced in Management operations, Sales, Budget development, Labor controls Staffing, and Bartending
  • Compliant in Majority of POS systems
  • Dedicated and motivated worker with strong moral work ethic
  • Adept at building client relations
  • Calm and communicative teaching practices
  • Proven record of staff motivation and team development
  • Excellent organization and planning skills
  • Adaptable and enjoys new challenges
  • Experienced in All OS ie Micro365, Teams, Google Suite, Drive, and Office suite professional Photographer adept in multiple post-production interfaces
  • Inventory Control
  • Health codes compliance
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Employee Coaching
  • Superior customer service
  • Event Coordination

Volunteer and awards

  • Volunteer for the Red Cross and the Milwaukee County Parks for various cleanup initiatives
  • Nominated for Service Professional of the Year by Santé Magazine, 2005

References

  • Mariadivina Graziano, Sous Chef, Bridgewater Modern Grill, 3053 N Downer Ave, Apt A, Milwaukee, WI, 53211, 412-412-2634, mariagraziano99@gmail.com
  • Jon Lykins, General Manager, White Lodging, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 513-509-1573, Lykinsj76@gmail.com
  • Jessie Caola, Teacher fifth grade, DCPS, 3819 New Hampshire Ave NW, WDC, 20011, Jessie.caola@k12.Dc.gov

Certification

  • Certified Class D Bartenders lic , Milwaukee - exp 2025

Languages

Italian
Limited Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Elementary

Timeline

FOH/Lead Bartender

Movida@Hotel Madrid
04.2024 - Current

FOH Manager/Lead Bartender

Moxie
08.2022 - 07.2023

AGM/Service manager/ Photographer & videographer

Milk Can Diner
12.2021 - 06.2022

V.I.P-level Bartender

Milwaukee World Festival
07.2020 - 10.2023

Manager

Thyme Kitchen Craft Beer
06.2017 - 12.2018

Litton Compuserve

Operations Programming from Operations Systems
JOE R. MICHEL