Tara Wasylyshyn
Burton,MI
Summary
Motivated team-leader with drive to learn and improve. I find fulfillment in guiding teams in professional growth. As an English major I am an experienced writer and use my communication skills to facilitate collaboration. I've developed multiple cocktail programs and excel at leading teams through creative projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
The Laundry
Fenton, MI
02.2024 - Current
- Lead sales team and oversee daily operations.
- Guide sales team in setting and achieving monthly goals.
- Assist bar lead in development of creative team.
- Participate in creating unique and balanced cocktails for our professional bar program.
Bar Manager
Frankenmuth Brewing Company
Frankenmuth, MI
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed small liquor program with unique cocktails.
- Organized bar prep program.
- Trained staff on new products, recipes, and cocktail techniques.
- Wrote opening and closing procedures for managers and staff.
- Created staff training guidelines and beer training sheets.
- Coached staff and handled disciplinary talks and paperwork.
Head Bartender/Bar Manager
The Fed Community
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Cultivated hospitable environment for guests and coworkers.
- Reduced waste by creating and maintaining quality recipes.
- Adapted cocktail menus to reflect season, food menu, and availability of fresh ingredients.
- Trained new bartenders and guided them in working as team members.
- Worked with team and representatives to host beer and wine dinners.
Server/Bartender/Event Bartender
The Clarkston Union
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Set up private event spaces with catered foods, specialty decorations, arranged seating, and private bar.
- Organized space to be best utilized for guests' unique event.
- Maintained bar and provided prompt service throughout event.
Education
Pursuing Bachelor's - English
University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI04-2027
Skills
- Writing
- Communication
- Team development
- Project management
- Goal setting
- Creative problem solving
- Coaching and mentoring
- Building relations
Timeline
Manager
The Laundry
02.2024 - Current
Bar Manager
Frankenmuth Brewing Company
07.2022 - 07.2023
Head Bartender/Bar Manager
The Fed Community
08.2018 - 07.2022
Server/Bartender/Event Bartender
The Clarkston Union
08.2016 - 08.2018
Pursuing Bachelor's - English
University of Michigan - Flint