Zachary Blackwood
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Bar Manager with extensive experience, specializing in cocktail program development and team leadership. Successfully established a comprehensive bar program, resulting in significant revenue growth and improved guest satisfaction. Proficient in inventory management and conflict resolution, fostering a positive team environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Bar Capri
Tempe, USA
03.2025 - Current
- Upscale Italian cocktail bar
- Designed and launched the original cocktail menu with a focus on regional Italian ingredients and techniques.
- Built the bar program from scratch, including hiring, training, and managing the opening bar team.
- Collaborated with ownership and chefs on seasonal pairings and event menus.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and vendor relations to maintain consistent stock and quality.
- Led daily bar operations, ensuring high standards of service, consistency, and cleanliness.
- Produced cocktail content and collaborated on social media marketing campaigns.
Bar Manager
Taco Guild
Phoenix, USA
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Curated house cocktail menus and custom beverage pairings for chef's dinners.
- Planned and executed restaurant events, coordinating vendor partnerships and logistics.
- Oversaw all bar operations, increasing beverage revenue through strategic updates.
- Recruited, trained, and scheduled bar team while maintaining a positive work environment.
- Resolved guest concerns with professionalism and fairness.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging video and social content for Instagram and other platforms.
Bar Manager
Lamella Tavern
San Jose, USA
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Designed and implemented a full bar operations strategy still in use today.
- Developed signature cocktails and house-made syrups, many of which are still on the menu.
- Created inventory and cost-tracking templates for efficient ordering and budgeting.
- Managed EOD procedures, including financial reports and staff tip-outs.
- Hired and trained new bartenders while ensuring all safety and cleanliness standards were met.
- Built lasting guest relationships through consistent and elevated service.
Bartender
The Hidden House
Chandler, USA
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Delivered expertly crafted classic and modern cocktails in a high-volume setting.
- Maintained speed and accuracy during busy service while ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Provided a full-service dining and bar experience with strong food and drink knowledge.
- Completed end-of-day responsibilities and financial reconciliations using Aloha POS.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Bar Management
- Team Leadership
- Cocktail Program Development
- Staff Hiring
- Staff Training
- Inventory Control
- Cost Control
- Social Media Content Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- POS Systems
- End-of-Day Financial Reporting
- Craft Cocktail Execution
- House-Made Syrup Development
- Ingredient Development
Social Media - Instagram
- @tacoguild
- @drink_capri
Timeline
Bar Manager
Bar Capri
03.2025 - Current
Bar Manager
Taco Guild
02.2023 - 06.2024
Bar Manager
Lamella Tavern
11.2021 - 01.2023
Bartender
The Hidden House
10.2020 - 11.2021