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Taylor Gordon

Mundelein

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven restaurant manager with 10 years of experience in the service industry, including 4 years in leadership roles. Skilled in high-volume operations, team development, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Experienced in cocktail development, creating unique and profitable beverage menus that enhance the dining experience. Adept at overseeing banquets and private events, ensuring seamless execution and customer satisfaction. Seeking a management position where I can apply my expertise to elevate operations, beverage programs, and event execution.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bar Manager

Shortfuse Brewing Company
Schiller Park
04.2023 - Current
  • Designed and implemented a craft cocktail menu that aligns with the brewery's brand, and beer selection.
  • Oversaw daily bar operations, ensuring efficiency and high service standards.
  • Fostered a positive and team-oriented work environment.
  • Engaged with customers to promote the brewery's craft cocktails and beer selection.

Lead Bartender

Moretti Ristorante Pizzeria
Morton Grove
08.2020 - 02.2023
  • Balanced tills and reconciled receipts after each shift.
  • Tracked inventory levels to identify restocking needs.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of wines, beers, spirits and cocktails to deliver detailed explanations when needed.
  • Educated new hires on proper bartending techniques, ensuring compliance with industry laws and customer safety.

Server/Bartender

Finn McCool's
Schaumburg
05.2016 - 08.2020
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Palatine High School
Palatine, IL
06-2015

Skills

  • Cocktail menu design
  • Inventory management
  • Staff training
  • Customer engagement
  • Bar operations
  • Sales promotions
  • Problem solving
  • Event preparation

Certification

  • Food Handlers Certificate
  • Basset
  • Cicerone Level 1

Timeline

Bar Manager

Shortfuse Brewing Company
04.2023 - Current

Lead Bartender

Moretti Ristorante Pizzeria
08.2020 - 02.2023

Server/Bartender

Finn McCool's
05.2016 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Palatine High School

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