Sara Barkley
Mobile
Summary
Passionate Hotel Restaurant Manager dedicated to providing a warm and caring environment to not only guests, but employees as well. Proven ability to organize and execute special events, design and train for new menu rollouts, and strategize brand awareness. Focuses on the importance of building relationships with guests, staff, vendors and the community.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Manager
The Country Club Of Mobile
07.2021 - 01.2023
Administrative Assistant
Senator Bill Roberts
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Coordinated bookkeeping activities including invoicing and accounts payable
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services as needed.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Restaurant Manager
The Hotel at Auburn University
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for customer satisfaction
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies
- Organized special events in restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales
Assistant Restaurant Manager
The Hotel at Auburn University
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills
- Recruited and hired employees offering talent, charisma and experience to restaurant team
- Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained
Server
The Hotel At Auburn University
12.2009 - 07.2016
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions
- Trained incoming staff on duties, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity
Assistant Director of Food and Beverage Operations
The Country Club Of Mobile
02.2023 - Current
Education
Associate of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08.2016
Skills
- Strategy Implementation
- Performance Improvement
- Brand Management
- Restaurant Marketing
- Vendor Relations
- Cross Department Communication & Collaboration
- Process Optimization
Accomplishments
- Awarded Stars of the Industry Front of House Restaurant Employee of the Year in 2012.
- Awarded Auburn University's Off-Campus Student Employee of the Year in 2013.
- Led and evaluated over 20 international interns in food and beverage operations.
- Instructed 5 semesters of the Restaurant Hospitality Practicum Course at Auburn University.
Certification
- ServSafe
- Introductory Sommelier
- CHIA - Hotel Analytics
Timeline
Assistant Director of Food and Beverage Operations
The Country Club Of Mobile
02.2023 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
The Country Club Of Mobile
07.2021 - 01.2023
Administrative Assistant
Senator Bill Roberts
05.2020 - 06.2021
Restaurant Manager
The Hotel at Auburn University
05.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Restaurant Manager
The Hotel at Auburn University
08.2016 - 04.2019
Server
The Hotel At Auburn University
12.2009 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Auburn University
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