Paul Gordan
Mt. Pleasant,SC
Summary
Management professional experienced in leading and motivating teams. Brings skills in scheduling, knowledge of employment law and strengths in building relationships with staff. Looking to put knowledge and abilities to good use in growth-oriented position focused on improving operations for changing needs. Systematic Administrative Assistant with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team-player with expertise completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision. Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking service manager position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.
Overview
57
57
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Oharleys Inc
Charleston, SC
02.1999 - Current
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Administrative Assistant
Ocharleys
Charleston, SC
02.1999 - Current
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
- Arranged rapid office equipment repair and maintenance with vendors.
Bartender Trainer
American Cafe
Pentegon City, VA
03.1989 - 01.1999
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
- Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses.
- Coordinated workshops for employees to better understand company mission, streamlining daily activities and aligning worker and company priorities.
- Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History/special Ed
Fordham University
The Bronx, NY06.1984
Skills
- Bar Operations and Logistics
- Alcohol Ordering
- Food and Beverage Service
- Risk Management
- Shift Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Accident and Injury Investigation
- Inventory Management
- Budget Controls
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Bartender
Oharleys Inc
02.1999 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Ocharleys
02.1999 - Current
Bartender Trainer
American Cafe
03.1989 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - History/special Ed
Fordham University