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Matthew Rodriguez

San Diego,CA

Summary

OVERVIEW Focused offering in-depth experience in relationship building, account retention and profit growth. Self-motivated leader with expertise in expanding network connections, introducing products and educating clients. Results-driven bringing demonstrated record of progressive market share growth and sales accomplishment. Proactive manager and strategic problem solver with record of achieving challenging profit goals while consistently acquiring new customers and expanding operations. Tenacious in pursuing new revenue streams and sales opportunities Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General, Manager/Lead Bartender

Coastal Cantina
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Interaction with customers, completion of transactions, maintaining work areas according to professional standards and codes
  • Recommendation of menu drinks/food to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions
  • Creating rapport with new and existing patrons to foster guest satisfaction
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business

Direct Warehouse Sales Assistant Manager

SGWS
04.2015 - 10.2021
  • Manage accounts for multiple Cash & Carry locations including DTLA, North Hollywood, San Diego and Oxnard ⦁ Regularly prioritize multiple tasks during peak hours ⦁ Kept operations running efficiently and customer satisfaction high ⦁ Strict adherence to company policy and guidelines to ensure proper procedures are in place
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies

Chain Sales Merchandiser

CPWS
04.2013 - 12.2013
  • Oversee established grocery store accounts ⦁ Achieve distribution and growth objectives of portfolio wine/spirits products ⦁ Maintained effective proper product placement and rotation 1
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor
  • Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts and establish aesthetic appeal
  • Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.

Education

Associate of Arts - History

Citrus College
Glendora, CA
1998

High School Diploma -

San Dimas High School
San Dimas, CA
06.1997

Skills

  • Prepare Cocktails
  • Sales Expertise
  • Attending Multiple Customers
  • New Cocktail Creation
  • Liquor Law Compliance
  • Cash Handling and Management
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Assistant General, Manager/Lead Bartender

Coastal Cantina
10.2021 - 05.2023

Direct Warehouse Sales Assistant Manager

SGWS
04.2015 - 10.2021

Chain Sales Merchandiser

CPWS
04.2013 - 12.2013

Associate of Arts - History

Citrus College

High School Diploma -

San Dimas High School
Matthew Rodriguez