Ray Kizorek-Jason
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Food & Beverage Supervisor, Bartender
Oak At Valley Of The Moon
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food and beverage orders, ensuring prompt service and accurate delivery.
- Streamlined operations by implementing effective scheduling strategies for staff, balancing workload, and minimizing labor costs.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
- Optimized inventory control with regular audits, reducing waste, and effectively managing stock levels for optimal freshness.
Bartender
Perkins Catering
Petaluma, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
- Available as an "on-call" basis, when needed during large events.
HR Generalist, Payroll & Benefits Coord.
Highway 1 Hospitality, LLC
Marshall, CA
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
- Reduced employee turnover with proactive conflict resolution and performance management strategies.
- Supported company growth by leading successful recruitment and hiring campaigns.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Coached managers on effective performance management techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among staff members.
- Administered payroll accurately, ensuring timely payment processing while minimizing errors in calculations or deductions.
- Served as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels of the organization regarding career development, workplace policies, and conflict resolution.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
Bartender
Nick's Cove
Marshall, CA
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Education
No Degree - Kinesiology
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CAHigh School Diploma -
Casa Grande High School
Petaluma, CA06.2008
Skills
- Quality control
- Banquet operations
- Budget management
- Customer service
- Catering coordination
- Menu development
- Fine dining expertise
- Upselling techniques
- Beverage knowledge
- Wine pairing
- Inventory management
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
Food & Beverage Supervisor, Bartender
Oak At Valley Of The Moon
06.2023 - Current
HR Generalist, Payroll & Benefits Coord.
Highway 1 Hospitality, LLC
05.2018 - 05.2023
Bartender
Perkins Catering
01.2017 - Current
Bartender
Nick's Cove
05.2016 - 05.2018
No Degree - Kinesiology
Santa Rosa Junior College
High School Diploma -
Casa Grande High School