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Riane Stanley

Tampa,FL

Summary

A salaried FOH / Bar Manager position that utilizes my work experience and expertise in the hospitality field. To work for a company that promotes a professional development and a personal growth based not only on the quality of work, but principles and standards by which work ethic and mutual respect is based. To work for a company that encourages creativity, genuine hospitality, and an artistic food and beverage program.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bar Manager

The Living Room At Dunedin / Wiregrass
10.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
  • Increased revenue with creative marketing initiatives and promotional events.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.
  • Mentored and trained staff members at both locations and created bar training program for all concepts under The Feinstein Group
  • Ran beverage program for both locations
  • Wrote and created Brunch Cocktail Menu
  • Regularly created seasonal and holiday cocktail specials
  • Curated Spirited Dinners with liquor reps and worked with chefs to pair cocktails with food
  • Creative Loafing Highball Winner Tequila Category 2023
  • Best of the Bay's Best Boozy Brunch
  • Best of the Bay's Best Pasco Restaurant
  • Best of the Bay's Best Wesley Chapel Restaurant

Bartender

Rock Brothers Brewing
10.2020 - 10.2022
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Held Key Manager duties such as opening and closing the bar, handling cash and safe drops.
  • Placed top 10 in Snoop Dogg's National Indoggo Gin Cocktail Competition

Assistant Manager / Bartender

Barterhouse
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Frequently created new cocktail specials
  • Conducted inventory and weekly orders to ensure bar was well stocked

Bartender

Front Porch & Bart's Tavern
07.2019 - 03.2022
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Wrote and created their very first cocktail menu, specifically tailored to the clientele and bar set up

Bartender

World Of Beer
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Bartender

Ciro's
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.

Bartender

Flamestone American Grill
10.2014 - 05.2018
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.

Skills

  • Menu Production and Development
  • Adept at Building Sales in Creative and Cost Effective Ways
  • Ability to Work in a Team Environment
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Extremely Organized
  • Craft Cocktail Knowledge
  • Classic Cocktail Knowledge
  • Adaptability and Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Experience With Staff Training and Creating New Training Procedures

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certified
  • Bar Smarts Level 1 Certified: Pernod Ricard USA
  • Food Safety First Certified

Professional References

  • Brenda Terry - On Premise Market Manager at Brown-Forman - (813) 351-0434



  • Jonathan Thomas - General Manager / Sonder Social Club - (787) 420-2301



  • Kirk Dreyfus - General Manager / The Living Room at Wiregrass - (317) 437-5441



  • Janelle Donofrio - Assistant General Manager / The Living Room at Wiregrass - (239) 222-9578



  • Scooby Olivier - Bar Manager / Barterhouse - (850) 896-5779









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Timeline

Bar Manager

The Living Room At Dunedin / Wiregrass
10.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager / Bartender

Barterhouse
05.2021 - 12.2021

Bartender

Rock Brothers Brewing
10.2020 - 10.2022

Bartender

Front Porch & Bart's Tavern
07.2019 - 03.2022

Bartender

World Of Beer
04.2019 - 03.2020

Bartender

Ciro's
06.2018 - 06.2019

Bartender

Flamestone American Grill
10.2014 - 05.2018

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