Zachary Van Meter: Managing Bartender & Team Lead in Mission Viejo, CA

• Analyze financial performance to accurately develop revenue forecast and prepare department annual budget • Train new employees according to corporate guidelines • Manage daily financial transactions upwards of $30,000 • Reconcile nightly financial duties from 4 revenue outlets per corporate guidelines • Streamlining production processes, contributing to a 12% increase in sales and a 4% reduction in costs • Interact with customers daily while providing high quality service and support • Staying abreast of State regulations/guidelines and corporate changes in policies and providing recommendations for improvement • Lead and oversight of seasonal menu development, delivering innovative ideas to maximize profit and give competitive advantage over competitors • Assist in event coordination with expenditures surpassing $60,000 • Ability to multitask with a strong work ethic • Responsible for inventory management spanning over 4 departments

• Maintain a high level of professionalism. Approach others in a tactful manner and reacts well under pressure • Complied with Federal and State food and beverage regulations • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely and professional manner • Train new bartenders to develop skills and encourage internal growth • Establish professional relationships with guests • Assure efficiency and accuracy even while in high-volume situations • Demonstrates professionalism and accountability