Sarah Grundman
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Experienced professional in the breweries and beer industry with a dynamic and hands-on approach. Exceptional leadership skills and a natural talent for overcoming challenges. Strong problem-solving ability and proactive approach to new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and fostering a fun yet professional work environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Lead/ Manager
Humble Sea Brewing
08.2023 - Current
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing wastage and optimizing stock levels for peak demand periods.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Utilized comprehensive knowledge of brewing techniques and styles to help customers make informed order choices.
General Manager
Gilman Brewing
01.2023 - 04.2023
- We Reopened the Gilman Daly City out Post in January
- As a GM, I am in charge of Taproom Inventory and Ordering of all goods and products, as well as scheduling & hiring Staff
- I help with answering email for Our Events Coordinator
- Job duties also include cleaning, sanitization and working as a Bartender and Server
Server/Bartender/Trainer
Bridgewater Bistro
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Fantastic Team
- We shared tasks
- Served and Tended Bar
- Shifts included Brunch (Sundays), Daily Lunch Service and Elegant Dinner Service, with Live Piano and Jazz
- Lunch Sifts required Servers to make side and entree salads as well as prep desserts
- Bar tasks included Tending to Bar Patrons while Fulfilling Server Drink orders
- Side work and maintaining a clean and stocked Restaurant was always top priority
- Craft Cocktails, Classic Martini, Scotch and Bourbon understanding was a must here
- I Tended Bar on most busy weekend shifts
Pub Staff and Kitchen Manager
McMenamins Pubs & Breweries
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Started as Pub staff (Serving, Bar and Cooking)
- Worked up to Kitchen Trainer & Then went to a bigger location for a Kitchen assistant manager position
- Tasks included Pouring and Serving House made Craft Beer, Ciders and Wine
- Cooking Pub Fair (Gourmet Burgers and sandwiches)
- Cash handling
- Maintaining a Clean work environment, including Dishwashing and Kitchen Sanitization
- While Training, I would teach New Hires the McMenamins' High Standard of food preparation and give them the tools to be successful
- Management, I did Food ordering
- Kept Kitchen Moral high
- Dealt with complications during Service
- Ensured My Health score was always very High Cleanliness and Health Department Regulation was always top priority
Server/Bartender/Manager
O'CONNORS Cafe and Bar
08.2002 - 04.2017
- I worked here for over a decade
- I did it all, even moonlighted as a Dishwasher after I moved on
- Server, Tendered Bar, trained new hires and was often requested for Serving Private Events in Our Annex
- Tasks included Serving Tables, Tending Bar, Catering Events, Cocktail Server for live Music, Hostess, Busser, Bartender..
- We had daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Service, as Well as a Live Music Venue That Included Bar and Food Service
- I also helped with FOH Scheduling
Education
Collage - General Studies
PCC Sylvania
Portland, OR11.2005
GED - undefined
Clarkston EOC
Clarkston, WA09.1999
Skills
- BOH Management (2 years)
- Cash Handling (10 years)
- Inventory Control
- FOH Management (6 years)
- Assistant Manager Experience
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Restaurant Experience
- Team motivation
- Workplace safety
- Employee training
- Policy enforcement
- Skilled with Toast
- Ecos Experience
- Solid Brewing Knowldge
- attended Hop & Brew School in Yakima '22
Certification
- OLCC October2000 to May2022 Oregon Liquor Control Certification. Held for over 20 years.
- Bartender License
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Shift Lead/ Manager
Humble Sea Brewing
08.2023 - Current
General Manager
Gilman Brewing
01.2023 - 04.2023
Server/Bartender/Trainer
Bridgewater Bistro
07.2020 - 04.2022
Pub Staff and Kitchen Manager
McMenamins Pubs & Breweries
04.2017 - 08.2019
Server/Bartender/Manager
O'CONNORS Cafe and Bar
08.2002 - 04.2017
GED - undefined
Clarkston EOC
Collage - General Studies
PCC Sylvania
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