Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Miguel Camejo

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

I am a hospitality professional with proven track record in upscale bar environments. Led teams to deliver outstanding service and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. Known for effective communication and problem-solving abilities. Experienced with managing bar operations and staff. Utilizing strategic planning to optimize inventory and increase profitability. Strong understanding of customer service principles and team management.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

Moxies
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Managed day to day operations with a staff totaling 200+
  • Managed sales reports and P&L
  • Maximized customer sentiment by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
  • Managed restaurant to a high level with sales ranging from 325-450k weekly

Beverage Manager

Bartaco
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Managed creative cocktail recipes that became popular among guests, driving repeat business.
  • Designed beverage menus and worked closely with Beverage Director.
  • Selected wine, beer and alcohol products based on customer feedback and local product availability.
  • Managed all day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines.
  • Operated and managed 75+ employees
  • Coordinated daily and nightly shift safety and sanitation procedures for bar areas and entire restaurant.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality products at competitive prices.
  • Purchased beverage stock and handled all inventory needs.
  • Developed ongoing training initiative to improve beverage knowledge of serving employees.

Assistant General Manager / Purchasing Manager

World of Beer
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Providing customers daily with nothing but the utmost highest representation of the WOB brand and what we stand for
  • Knowledgeable in a wide range of beer selection exceeding (500) craft beers and a variety foods that compliment such beverages
  • Proficient in the extensive selection of worldwide food menu and alcoholic beverages being provided for consumption
  • Request proper identification of customers who appeared under age of 21
  • Always geared at providing a friendly service and a positive experience for all customers
  • Performed line checks at beginning of shift for smooth transitions throughout shifts
  • Serve beverage in the appropriate glassware that represent country of origin, or style of beer selected

Bartender/Off-Premise Sales Rep

Florida Avenue Brewing Company
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Prepared beer flights, filled growlers and sold tap room merchandise
  • Understood and able to explain rotating craft beer selection on tap and best paired food item selections
  • Worked outside Sales and assisted with promotional events
  • Cleaned tap lines bi-weekly
  • Served each guest with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Assisted with inventory of beer, liquor and wine
  • Set performance expectations and provided honest feedback

Bartender/Bar Manager

The Fat Rabbit Pub
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Inventoried and restocked items throughout day
  • Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests
  • Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items
  • Maintained clean and presentable tables with tableware, spotless glassware, silverware and linens
  • Maintained an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer service
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed order

General Manager

Panini's Bar & Grill Franchising
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Planned, supervised and coordinated restaurant operations daily
  • Maximized in all business opportunities to drive sales
  • Managed and trained staff totaling (45+) employees
  • Evaluated staff performances monthly
  • Managed staff scheduling
  • Managed employee payroll
  • Maintained inventory of alcoholic beverage and supplies
  • Held weekly meetings with ownership/management
  • Ensured all Health and Safety and hygiene procedures and standards are maintained
  • Maintained restaurant standards to meet Health Department requirements
  • Created events and promotions weekly
  • Responsible for alcohol pricing
  • Responsible for invoicing and invoice logs

Assistant General Manager/Purchasing Manager

World of Beer
05.2016 - 05.2019
  • Assisted General Manager in restaurant operations daily
  • Manage a monthly budget to meet supply demands
  • Held weekly meetings with distributors
  • Responsible for pricing of all alcoholic beverages
  • In charge of ordering beer/alcoholic beverage as needed
  • Scheduled beer events and promos
  • Designed happy hour menus
  • Certified by corporate office as a certified trainer
  • Assisted customers with their selection of preferred beverage
  • Allowed for sampling of new products at customers request
  • Responsible for re-stocking of new supplies

Education

EMT

Leary Tech
Tampa

HS Diploma -

Steinbrenner High School
06.2015

Skills

  • Microsoft Word/Excel/Office/Power Point
  • Beverage sales / Extensive Beer Knowledge
  • Cicerone
  • Building professional relationships
  • Setting up events
  • Building positive customer relationships
  • Working independently
  • Developing new ideas
  • Building a brand
  • Negotiation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Communication skills
  • Inventory management
  • Cost control
  • Beverage menu design
  • Sales reporting
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff training
  • Supplier relations
  • Health and safety
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Bar Manager

Moxies
05.2023 - Current

Beverage Manager

Bartaco
05.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant General Manager / Purchasing Manager

World of Beer
12.2021 - 05.2022

Bartender/Off-Premise Sales Rep

Florida Avenue Brewing Company
10.2020 - 08.2021

Bartender/Bar Manager

The Fat Rabbit Pub
08.2019 - 08.2021

General Manager

Panini's Bar & Grill Franchising
03.2019 - 08.2019

Assistant General Manager/Purchasing Manager

World of Beer
05.2016 - 05.2019

EMT

Leary Tech

HS Diploma -

Steinbrenner High School
Miguel Camejo