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Jonnie Long

Denver,CO

Summary

Innovative professional with extensive experience in beverage pairing and menu development. Known for driving revenue growth and fostering customer loyalty through signature drink creations and exceptional service. Creative Bar Manager excelling in drink recipe development and customer engagement. Known for enhancing beverage offerings and fostering loyalty, ready to leverage expertise to maximize profitability and elevate customer satisfaction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

The Wolf's Tailor
Denver, Colorado
06.2023 - 09.2025
  • Collaborated with chefs on food pairings to create enhanced beverage pairing menu.
  • Developed drink recipes that aligned with customer preferences to maximize profitability.
  • Increased revenue by promoting additional products and enhancing beverage offerings.
  • Streamlined service flow by reorganizing bar stations for efficiency.
  • Monitored bartender performance to ensure prompt and courteous service.
  • Ensured adherence to local health codes for food storage and alcohol serving guidelines.
  • Created signature beverages that drove revenue growth and fostered patron loyalty.

Bar Manager

Death & Co. Denver
Denver, Colorado
04.2018 - 05.2023
  • Trained staff on drink preparation and service standards.
  • Developed seasonal drink menus to enhance customer experience.
  • Coordinated events and promotions to attract new customers.
  • Engaged with customers to provide exceptional service and resolve concerns.
  • Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
  • Managed day-to-day operations.
  • Ordered and maintained an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages, glassware, garnishes, ice, napkins, straws and other items needed for drinks.
  • Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
  • Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Utah
04-2009

Skills

  • Drink recipe development
  • Beverage pairing
  • Bar operations management
  • Inventory management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • Urban Gardening
  • Ferments
  • Circular Food Systems

Accomplishments

  • 2019 Top 50 North American Bar
  • 2023 Michelin Exceptional Cocktail Award
  • 2024/25 Michelin 2 Star Award
  • 2024/25 Michelin Green Star

References

References available upon request.

Personal Information

Education and Training

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Timeline

Bar Manager

The Wolf's Tailor
06.2023 - 09.2025

Bar Manager

Death & Co. Denver
04.2018 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Utah

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