Nicholas Gioioso
Chattanooga
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Bar Manager with a strong background in sales and revenue generation. Proven ability to establish and nurture vendor relationships, negotiate discounts, and optimize product quality while reducing costs. Adept at leading and motivating staff through effective training and mentorship.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Manager
Main Street Meats
Chattanooga, TN
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised front of house operations, ensuring high service standards and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and operational procedures mainly related to the bar.
- Managed weekly purchasing for liquor, beer, and wine, ensuring optimal stock levels for service.
Sales Representative
Ajax Turner
Chattanooga, TN
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Identified customer needs and provided tailored product solutions, driving revenue growth.
- Conducted market research to identify new sales opportunities and trends within the industry.
Front of House Manager
Parkway Pourhouse
CHATTANOOGA, UNITED STATES
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Oversaw staff management
- Developed communication and reporting procedures to streamline service implementation
- Managed daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and service quality.
- Trained and mentored front-of-house staff to enhance performance and customer engagement.
Bar Manager
Tremont Tavern
CHATTANOOGA
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Oversaw operations at a high-volume bar, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and customer service, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key vendors, negotiating discounts and enhancing product quality to reduce costs.
Server / bartender
Two Ten Jack
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Efficiently took and accurately recorded customer orders, effectively communicating them to kitchen staff
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the menu, making recommendations to raise customer satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, UNITED STATES05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, UNITED STATES05-2012
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Conflict resolution
- Staff management
- Training and mentoring
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Hiring
Timeline
Front of House Manager
Main Street Meats
07.2025 - Current
Sales Representative
Ajax Turner
09.2024 - 06.2025
Front of House Manager
Parkway Pourhouse
05.2024 - 09.2024
Bar Manager
Tremont Tavern
03.2021 - 03.2024
Server / bartender
Two Ten Jack
04.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Tennessee Chattanooga