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Taylor Frink

Manchester,CT

Summary

Accomplished marketing professional with demonstrated success developing and implementing strategic approaches to drive market growth and bottom-line profitability. Strong communicator with natural leadership talent and high energy. Impactful and successful manager talented in building teams and motivating personnel to new levels of performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Feng Asian Bistro
Hartford , CT
2023.02 - 2024.07
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.

Catering Manager

Rustyhood LLC
Hartford , CT
2022.01 - 2023.07
  • Developed strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and increase sales in catering services.
  • Created marketing campaigns for catering services and monitored their effectiveness.
  • Oversaw the design and update of catering menus and promotional materials, ensuring they reflect current offerings and trends.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, and venue managers, fostering a network of partners.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Conducted market research to identify trends in catering and adapted services to meet evolving client demands.
  • Grew sales of catering services through strategic marketing and promotions.
  • Designed and implemented marketing strategies to promote catering services, resulting in increased bookings.
  • Managed financial aspects of catering operations, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining good relations with clients.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Sales Manager

Rustyhood LLC
Hartford , CT
2020.09 - 2023.07

* Rustyhood LLC is a restaurant group that owned & operated a number of restaurants in CT including; Artichoke Pizza (now The Brownstone) in Hartford, Brooklyn Dumpling Shop in Storrs, and multiple Moe's Southwest Grill stores in New London County.

  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
  • Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
  • Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
  • Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staff.

Marketing Manager

Rustyhood LLC
Hartford , CT
2020.09 - 2023.07
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
  • Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
  • Built relationships with influencers in the industry for increased visibility.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies that maximize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to keep up with industry trends.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
  • Managed social media accounts and campaigns.
  • Collaborated with internal teams on product launches and advertising strategies.
  • Designed graphics and logos for advertisements, newsletters, and other marketing collateral.
  • Tracked budgets for all marketing initiatives and provided regular updates.
  • Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
  • Developed social media marketing strategies to help brand company and increase sales.
  • Liaised with media and advertising agencies to promote products.
  • Developed and managed digital marketing campaigns.

Server/Bartender

Plan B Burger
Glastonbury , CT
2015.08 - 2018.11
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.

Server/Bartender

Texas Roadhouse
Manchester , CT
2014.10 - 2015.08
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.

Retail Sales Leader

Pier One Imports
Manchester , CT
2012.07 - 2014.10
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales.
  • Analyzed daily sales figures to ensure that targets were met or exceeded.
  • Monitored store operations, identified areas for improvement, and developed action plans accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and placed orders for additional stock as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, regulations, and safety standards.
  • Organized promotional activities such as displays, special sales events, contests.
  • Assisted customers with selecting products based on their needs and preferences.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to review performance objectives.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance and assisted with disciplinary actions when necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
2019-12

High School Diploma -

Bacon Academy
Colchester, CT
2011-06

Skills

  • Marketing campaign management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Data Analytics
  • Performance Management
  • Sales Tracking
  • Business Planning
  • Staff Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bartender

Feng Asian Bistro
2023.02 - 2024.07

Catering Manager

Rustyhood LLC
2022.01 - 2023.07

Sales Manager

Rustyhood LLC
2020.09 - 2023.07

Marketing Manager

Rustyhood LLC
2020.09 - 2023.07

Server/Bartender

Plan B Burger
2015.08 - 2018.11

Server/Bartender

Texas Roadhouse
2014.10 - 2015.08

Retail Sales Leader

Pier One Imports
2012.07 - 2014.10

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut

High School Diploma -

Bacon Academy
Taylor Frink