Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Sarah Marie Chory

Morro Bay,CA

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Fulldraw Vineyard
08.2022 - Current

805-712-4412

Duties include facilitating guest experiences to the production facility, showcasing our high-quality wines. Company event planning and hosting are regular expected duties.

Handling all in-house shipping orders, packaging, communications, and fulfillment.

Working with distributors, ride alongs, on the road sales of products and experiences. Handle distribution channels and sales

Cleaning and maintenance of winery.

Aiding in production of wine during yearly harvest.

In charge of wine club management, marketing, member retention programs.

Lead Wine Advisor

Halter Ranch Winery
05.2021 - 07.2022

215-498-3219


Delegating opening and closing procedures of the Tasting Room, restocking and preparing for lunch service.


Daily duties consist of pouring and imparting information to the guests about the estate and library wines, the property, and its history.


Prioritizing consistent wine education, delegating tasks to the team, being a stand-in manager, were roles as lead.


Additionally, being in charge of merchandise program and orders, and tasting rooms wine inventories were sole responsibilities.

Server

Las Cambritas
10.2020 - 08.2021

805-927-0175


During the pandemic, picked up this position to stay busy and involve myself in the community. Working afternoon shifts, helped with closing sidework, customer service, seating tables, bussing, having knowledge of menu and drinks were all duties. Efficient on various POS systems.

Bartender/Server

Pascucci
01.2020 - 10.2020

805-963-8123


Opening and closing duties, customer service, shared knowledge of cocktails and Italian dishes. When the pandemic hit, restaurant remained open to do take-out orders and created a casual delivery system where the owner and I used our vehicles to deliver orders to locals and generate more business.

Bartender

Dargans Irish Pub And Restaurant
10.2019 - 10.2020

805-568-0702


Open and set up bar in the morning shifts, deliver excellent customer service, be well versed in available liquors, domestic and imported, and knowledge of cocktails. Breaking down bars and closing up efficiently and thoroughly were expected. Through my many years of experience in the serving and bartending business, I have grown a talent in memory capacity and being speedy and concise in my delivery of service.

Bartender/Cocktail Waitress

The Red Piano
01.2017 - 09.2019

805-679-5972


Exceptional and elevated customer service was the expectation of all staff members. I learned to become familiar with customers and regulars, developing heightened memory skills, skillful in 2 POS systems, learned about various liquors, wines, beers, cocktails, etc., prioritized time management skills, cleanliness, and efficient service. Handled money and tips. I was promoted internally to bartender and taught from the ground up in how to make cocktails efficiently and uniformly. Have ran the bar during daytime shifts singlehandedly and handled the discourse of cutting off intoxicated patrons effectively and respectfully.

Promotions Manager

Baja Sharkeez
07.2015 - 01.2017

805-845-9572


Managed the promotions team, handled cold calls during the week to book reservations, events, and parties. Collaborated with fellow managers to create an efficient and enjoyable place of work in manager meetings. Delegated tasks to promotions teams and attended corporate meetings with fellow promotions managers at other stores. Promoted and hosted monthly themed parties and holidays with games, competitions, handling the decorations and details for such events. Created a country themed night every Tuesday that drove traffic and volume to our weekday sales, sparking inspiration for other bars to create a country night for themselves. I also spearheaded and handled the promotion and preparation for 2 New Years Eve parties.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2025

Associate of Arts - American Sign Language (ASL)

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
08.2021

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Distribution Management
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Business Development
  • Workflow Planning
  • Customer Retention
  • Account Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Project Management

Affiliations

  • Ambassador for Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce

Certification

  • WSET 1
  • WSET 2- with distinction
  • MOSSA POWER Fitness Instructor (fitness instructor at Kennedy Club Fitness

Languages

American Sign Language (ASL)
Limited Working

Timeline

General Manager

Fulldraw Vineyard
08.2022 - Current

Lead Wine Advisor

Halter Ranch Winery
05.2021 - 07.2022

Server

Las Cambritas
10.2020 - 08.2021

Bartender/Server

Pascucci
01.2020 - 10.2020

Bartender

Dargans Irish Pub And Restaurant
10.2019 - 10.2020

Bartender/Cocktail Waitress

The Red Piano
01.2017 - 09.2019

Promotions Manager

Baja Sharkeez
07.2015 - 01.2017

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Santa Barbara City College

Associate of Arts - American Sign Language (ASL)

Santa Barbara City College
  • WSET 1
  • WSET 2- with distinction
  • MOSSA POWER Fitness Instructor (fitness instructor at Kennedy Club Fitness
Sarah Marie Chory