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Jordan Donald Schmidt

Buffalo

Summary

Energetic, detail-focused professional with passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences in food and beverage industry. Possesses deep understanding of menu planning and inventory management, with skills in team leadership and cost control. Committed to driving operational efficiency and enhancing guest satisfaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Server

The Plating Society
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented a private dining experience to exceed guests expectations
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of all courses to accommodate for any dietary restrictions
  • Curated wine pairings for each course to enhance the dishes being served by the chef
  • Analyzed vendor cost and offered solutions for cost control

Manager

Forty Thieves
01.2017 - Current
  • Processed payroll weekly and scheduled to keep labor in the desired range
  • Maximized profits by carefully monitoring cost of product and sales
  • Hired and trained employees to ensure a successful work environment
  • Maintained up to date inventory to keep ordering on par with profits

Food and Beverage Manager/GM Patricks Rooftop

Aloft
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Produced recipes for cocktail programs between all outlets
  • Executed inventory on a weekly and monthly basis to ensure the most accurate P&L
  • Booked events as well as working with the sales team to properly execute to the highest possible standard to exceed guest expectations
  • Executed a private dining experience monthly (Corks and Forks) by working with the chef and other managers to provided an elevated dining experience through cocktail/wine/whiskey Pairings

Bar Manager/Bartender

Midtown Kitchen
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw day to day operations ensuring that labor costs were on par with sales
  • Organized the bar to ensure the most efficient service
  • Monitored stock and conducted weekly inventory to put together cost effective orders
  • Maintained an efficient work environment in a high pace high volume bar

Bar Manager/Bartender

O'Neill's Stadium Inn
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Provided excellent customer service to create an enjoyable experience for each guest
  • Managed front and back of house staff while tending to the needs of customers
  • Oversaw ordering and budgeting of liquor and beer weekly to optimize profits
  • Collaborated with co-manager to create a successful work environment for all staff

Education

Hilbert College
01.2015

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Team leadership
  • Labor management
  • Organization and efficiency
  • Menu pricing
  • POS system operations

  • Quality control
  • Operational efficiency
  • Sales techniques
  • Employee development
  • Relationship building
  • Cost control

Timeline

Lead Server

The Plating Society
01.2024 - Current

Food and Beverage Manager/GM Patricks Rooftop

Aloft
01.2022 - 01.2023

Manager

Forty Thieves
01.2017 - Current

Bar Manager/Bartender

Midtown Kitchen
01.2016 - 01.2017

Bar Manager/Bartender

O'Neill's Stadium Inn
01.2015 - 01.2016

Hilbert College
Jordan Donald Schmidt