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Overview
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Voted Best of Cannabis retailer - Inlander 2016
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Kathryn Younker

Spokane,WA

Summary

Versatile Manager adept at overcoming challenges and streamlining operations. Transforms deficient operations into successful enterprises. Motivational leader and problem solver. Reliable worker with independent approach to handling high-volume customer loads. Well-versed in assisting wait staff with drinks and food orders. Excellent relationship-builder and multitasker always ready to support team needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager/ Bartender

Lord Stanley's
10.2023 - Current
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on seasonal basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands..

Head Bartender

T's Lounge
04.2017 - 10.2023
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified the owner of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Head Bartender

The Blind Buck
12.2013 - 04.2017
  • Developed specialty drinks to work with menu changes, sustaining customer interest and solid bar revenue.
  • Handled establishment social media accounts, increasing customer traffic and bolstering business.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

General Manager

Cinder
06.2014 - 02.2017
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Marketing plan development
  • Customer relations
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Quality control
  • Event coordination
  • Inventory control
  • Training and mentoring
  • POS system proficiency
  • Health and safety

Voted Best of Cannabis retailer - Inlander 2016

Won the "Best of" by the Inlander for "Best Cannabis Retailer" and also employed the winner of the "Best Budtender",  Zack, Krogh, during the same year. 

Timeline

Bar Manager/ Bartender

Lord Stanley's
10.2023 - Current

Head Bartender

T's Lounge
04.2017 - 10.2023

General Manager

Cinder
06.2014 - 02.2017

Head Bartender

The Blind Buck
12.2013 - 04.2017

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