Melissa Cone
Charleston,Charleston County
Summary
Driven and accomplished Sales Executive and Lead Bartender with a proven track record of exceeding sales goals by 250% at Professional Salon Services and curating innovative cocktail menus at The Charleston Grill. Expert in strategic selling and anticipating guest needs, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional organization and time management skills. Seasoned Luxury Sales Associate known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in client relationship management, luxury brand knowledge, and sales strategy development. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to enhance customer experience and achieve sales targets.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
The Charleston Grill
Charleston, SC
07.2019 - Current
- Lead bartender.
- Manage the bar area, all new hire training, and monthly inventory.
- Private events.
- Gathering guests' desires and dietary restrictions and working with the Chef directly to implement specifications.
- Inspected dining areas before service to ensure proper setup and presentation standards were met.
- Updated menus regularly based on changing seasons, ingredient availability, customer demand.
Bartender
The Macintosh
Charleston, SC
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Farm to Table
- Bartender
Charleston Wine and Food
Makers Mark
Charleston, SC
03.2019 - 03.2019
- Coordinated a special event for the Charleston Food and Wine Festival for Maker's Mark.
Sales Executive
Professional Salon Services
Cranston, RI
06.2013 - 02.2016
- Exceeded sales goals and improved profitability by aligning sales strategies and business plans with market trends.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous pricing terms.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
- Participated in networking events to meet and discuss service offerings with potential clients.
- I grew my business by 250% in three years.
Bartender/Bar Manager
The Federalist/Mooo...
Boston, MA
04.2001 - 12.2015
- Bar manager for a leading hospitality group, boutique steakhouse located in Travel & Leisure's #1 hotel in Boston.
- Cocktail design and menu, monthly inventory, regulation compliance.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Managed staff scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations.
Skills
- Events Manager
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strategic selling
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Upselling expertise
- Resilience under pressure
- Client retention strategies
- Strategic relationship building
Timeline
Lead Bartender
The Charleston Grill
07.2019 - Current
Charleston Wine and Food
Makers Mark
03.2019 - 03.2019
Bartender
The Macintosh
07.2017 - 06.2019
Sales Executive
Professional Salon Services
06.2013 - 02.2016
Bartender/Bar Manager
The Federalist/Mooo...
04.2001 - 12.2015
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