Kelley Fitzsimonds
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Beverage Director with comprehensive knowledge of beverage management. Oversaw inventory control, staff management, and vendor relations in previous roles, consistently improving operational efficiency. Demonstrated strengths include innovative cocktail creation, budgeting skills, and ability to build strong relationships with suppliers. Successfully implemented process improvements leading to cost savings and increased customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Beverage Director
Asadolife
Saint Augustine, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Researched emerging industry trends in order to keep up with the latest developments related to beverage programs.
- Assisted customers with knowledge about different wines or spirits available at the establishment.
- Designed specialized drink menu with classic and innovative drinks, prices and nonalcoholic beverages.
Beverage Director
Wildcrafters
Jacksonville, FL
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Created and implemented beverage menus, including Kava drinks and an all N/A menu. This was North Florida's first non-alcohol bar.
- Built and maintained relationships with N/A spirit producers to stay on top of an ever-changing market.
- Consulted with numerous other N/A bars and Kava bars in markets across the country.
Bar Consultant
Amici's Restaurant
Saint Augustine Beach, Florida
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Created a new and innovative cocktail program for new restaurant owners, focusing on tried-and-true classics to keep current clientele, while including enough craft offerings to engage new guests.
- Assisted in developing and implementing different workflows and communication processes.
- Worked with local farmers to create farm to glass offerings including a house Limoncello and a clarified bloody Mary
Bar Manager
Odd Birds Bar
Saint Augustine, FL
02.2017 - 09.2020
- Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
- Monitored the performance of bartenders to ensure that all customers received prompt service in a courteous manner.
- Created a safe uplifting environment for employees and customers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts/Nutrition
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GASkills
- Beverage industry specialist
- Bookkeeping
- Event planning knowledge
- Brand Promotion
- Supplier Negotiations
- Guest relations
- Spirits educator
Certification
- Certified Bourbon Steward
- Pisco certification alumni
Timeline
Beverage Director
Asadolife
09.2022 - Current
Bar Consultant
Amici's Restaurant
08.2020 - 09.2022
Beverage Director
Wildcrafters
01.2020 - 10.2022
Bar Manager
Odd Birds Bar
02.2017 - 09.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts/Nutrition
The Art Institute of Atlanta
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