Kellen Hampton
Chandler,AZ
Summary
18+ Years experience in food and beverage leading successful teams and delivering outstanding service. Expert in production and inventory control with an emphasis on cost reduction and accuracy. Relationship builder who easily connects with both staff and customers. Builds strong bonds that leads to motivation and dedication Skilled in scheduling and staff utilization, can balance business needs against personnel requirements. Extensive knowledge of food, beer, wine, liquor and common customer preferences. Dedicated, energetic, and motivated with excellent interpersonal skills. Strong commitment to guest services.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender / Server
Cottonwood & Palo Verde Country Club
Sun Lakes, AZ
04.2016 - Current
- Provide exceptional bar and food service to customers in both fun and fine dining environments.
- Communicate and build strong bonds with staff, creating efficiency and dedication from teammates.
Assembler and Shop Worl
Bass Cabinets
Mesa, AZ
04.2026 - 05.2026
Assembler, Some Install, Shop and Punch
Force Cabinets
Mesa, AZ
08.2022 - 04.2025
Restaurant Management
Sun Lakes Homeowners Association
Sun Lakes, AZ
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Handled scheduling for all three venues - Pool Side, Ironwood, and Oakwood restaurants.
- Reduced costs for overall operations through improving service staff efficiency and professionalism.
- Built and managed team of 30 individual contributors, hiring consistent performers who are quality teammates.
Bartender
Venue of Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Caterer and bartender for large scale events, providing high quality service for large volume of patrons.
Supervisor
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Supervised, bartending, and served during high-volume hours at two establishments - Pool Side and Ironwood.
Lead Bartender/Server
10.2004 - 03.2011
- Provided clean, well stocked, and organized bar on a daily basis.
- Built lasting relationships with patrons through high quality service and a friendly approach.
Busser & Expo
08.1997 - 05.2002
- Ensured restaurant was pre-bussed and ready for service each shift.
- Consistently delivered table service on time and properly plated.
Education
Business Management
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Gilbert, AZ06-2007
Business Management
Coconino Community College
Flagstaff, AZ06-2004
Certification
Osha 10
Timeline
Assembler and Shop Worl
Bass Cabinets
04.2026 - 05.2026
Assembler, Some Install, Shop and Punch
Force Cabinets
08.2022 - 04.2025
Lead Bartender / Server
Cottonwood & Palo Verde Country Club
04.2016 - Current
Bartender
Venue of Scottsdale
04.2014 - 05.2015
Restaurant Management
Sun Lakes Homeowners Association
06.2013 - 08.2015
Supervisor
04.2011 - 05.2013
Lead Bartender/Server
10.2004 - 03.2011
Busser & Expo
08.1997 - 05.2002
Business Management
Coconino Community College
Business Management
Chandler Gilbert Community College