Hi, I’m
R.J. Montemayor
Austin,TX
Summary
Goal-oriented Team Manager commended for first-rate leadership, communication and multitasking abilities. Well-versed in implementing team objectives and goals and mediating interpersonal issues. Offering 12 years of hands-on experience overseeing daily operations and guiding team members toward achieving goals. With special attention to restaurant and bar management I have developed keen interpersonal communication and leadership skills in high stress high volume environments.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
BungalowAustin, TX
Bartender
09.2020 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Bolstered high volume cocktail list
- Open and closed every Monday as a Bartender and Manager. After personally scouting entertainment and promoting. I increased sales over 200% for this single day.
- Met with liquor representatives to further streamline and plan future events.
Vulcan Gas CoAustin, TX
Bar Manager
10.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints to maximize satisfaction and loyalty.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Marketed venue location and events using social media and websites.
Plead the 5thAustin, TX
Owner/Operator
03.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Pernod Ricard USAAustin, TX
Jameson Ambassador
03.2015 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Analyzed market trends, customer requirements and competitive strategy to identify opportunities for increasing customer and business value.
- Conducted market research studies and competitive analysis to evaluate current market trends and price strategies.
- Impacted sales results by developing, supporting and executing direct marketing strategies.
TenOak Bourbon BarAustin, TX
General Manager/Bar Manager
08.2011 - 04.2014
Job overview
- In charge of hiring and training staff members
- Training includes extensive whiskey/bourbon knowledge in addition to superior upscale dining etiquette
- Documentation of all inventory and expenses of the bar and associated kitchen
- Taught and organized whiskey dinners as well as classes
- In charge of seasonal cocktail list creation, training, and execution personally
- Maintained adherence to client-event requirements through delegation, prioritizing and management of production phases from concept to execution.
William Grant and Sons DistributingAustin, TX
Qualified Brand Ambassador
09.2011 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Gained extensive knowledge of being the face of a national brand in a public forum
- Attended several events to spread awareness of the brand’s premium spirit line
- Made and maintained several contacts to insure further business
- Organized and carried out promotional events, set up and tore down event sites and interacted with customers.
Annie’s Café And Bar
Bar and Cafe Manager
04.2010 - 04.2011
Job overview
- Managed and Booked all live music and private events for the venue
- Led a team of 20 banquet employees to give the highest quality service to private event guest
- Documentation and Management of all liquor and beverage sales and expenses
- Bar tended and managed seasonal cocktail and wine list
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts from Business
01.2006
University Overview
- Awarded Athletic full Scholarship for football where I was a full time student athlete.
- Tight End for Eastern Michigan, 2004 to 2006
Cisco Junior College
University Overview
- Awarded Athletic Scholarship' Recipient
- Bernie Smith award for highest GPA amongst student athletes
- Unanimous First Team All American Honors for Tight End Position
- Team Captain
Skills
- Proficient in Social Media Outlets
- Proficient in Google Docs
- Proficient in many POS systems FOH and BOH
- Certified Spirit Specialist
- Team leadership skills (first team all-american college athlete)
- Shift Scheduling
- Coaching
- Account Management
- Leading Team Meetings
- Fundraising Events
Timeline
Bartender
Bungalow
09.2020 - 03.2022
Bar Manager
Vulcan Gas Co
10.2018 - 03.2020
Owner/Operator
Plead the 5th
03.2017 - 08.2018
Jameson Ambassador
Pernod Ricard USA
03.2015 - 03.2017
Qualified Brand Ambassador
William Grant and Sons Distributing
09.2011 - 09.2013
General Manager/Bar Manager
TenOak Bourbon Bar
08.2011 - 04.2014
Bar and Cafe Manager
Annie’s Café And Bar
04.2010 - 04.2011
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts from Business
Cisco Junior College
References
Available upon request
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