Randal Uyechi

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Honolulu, HI *6813

Phone: 808-***-****

Alt Phone: 808-***-****

acf9k6@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Opportunity to share my knowledge from my past food and beverage managerial experience to assist in all aspects of the operation to make it successful. Looking forward to grow with a company as it rises to the next level in quality in product and guest services.

Ability Summary

30+ years in the Beverage industry in both hotel and private businesses. Began in 1983 as a barporter and progressed to Beverage Manager in 1988 in a Five Star hotel. Major strengths include product development (i.e. recipes), cost / inventory control, accountable for all accounting

procedures, maintain cleanliness of work areas, knowledgeable in State Liquor Laws, menu and product marketing planning, upkeep high standards of service and products, positive guest and staff interaction, responsible, dependable and a team player.

Willing to increase knowledge and share past successful achievements in all aspects of the establishment's operation.

Employment History

Bartender

07/2013 - current Vintage Cave Honolulu 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI

Set-up bar, garnishes, mixers, liquor, beer, ice, glassware and equipments for service. Responsible for all beverage orders, accounting procedures and assist with front of the house staff in food and wine service.

Beverage Manager

10/2012 - 10/2013 Vintage Cave Honolulu 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI

October 2012 - July 2013, held Beverage Manager's position which included but not limited to the following:

Pre-opening set-up of entire bar (back bar, displays, refrigerators, bottle well, etc.) selected and procured all liquor, beer, mixers products, glasswares, dry goods / equipment (napkin, stirrers, coasters, floor mats, containers, mixing cups, etc.), created cocktail menu, control inventory, cost of

goods, developed item prices, training of staff, maintain cleanliness of bar areas, knowledge of POS system and responsible for all accounting procedures and policies. Responsible for all beverage orders, accounting procedures and assist with front of the house staff in service.

Assistant Business Manager

01/2010 - 10/2012 Hale Ikena 711 Morton Drive, Fort Shafter, HI

Assist General Manager in all food and beverage products, labor, cost, budget and revenues in dining room, snack bar and ballroom operations.

Assistant Business Manager

09/2007 - 01/2010 Halekoa Hotel 2055 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI

Assist Manager in all beverage related activities, products, cost and promotions.

Sales Executive

06/2006 - 09/2007 Honolulu Design Ctr 1250 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI

Fulfilling and coordinating client's selections of household furnishings.

Food and Beverage Manager

09/2005 - 10/2006 Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki 100 Holomoana St, Honolulu, HI

Responsible for all Beverage related procedures / policies, staff training, scheduling, product and labor cost, guest service and assisted as Restaurant Manager.

Beverage Manager

02/2004 - 11/2004 Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel Honolulu, HI

Responsibilities included but not limited to: implementing beverage procedures, policies, training of products and service, promotions, marketing strategies, staff hiring, scheduling for three ballrooms.

Beverage Consultant

09/2002 - 01/2004 Randal Uyechi 1643 Leilehua Lane, Honolulu, HI

Train staff in Beverage products and service, analyzing product / labor cost, menu planning, creating recipes, training on liquor law regulations / alcohol awareness, forecast labor / product cost and budget, assist in hiring staff, taking and reviewing monthly inventory, set-up bar design,

procedures and policies. (See additional information below for consulting establishments)

Beverage Manager

08/1983 - 01/2002 Halekulani Hotel 2199 KALIA RD, HON, HI

Beverage Manager's position which included but not limited to the following:

Pre-opening set-up of entire bar (back bar, displays, refrigerators, bottle well, etc.) selected and procured all liquor, beer, mixers products, glasswares, dry goods / equipment (napkin, stirrers, coasters, floor mats, containers, mixing cups, etc.), created cocktail menu, control inventory, cost of

goods, developed item prices, training of staff, maintain cleanliness of bar areas, knowledge of POS system and responsible for all accounting procedures and policies.

Scheduled and supervised bartenders, cocktail servers and honor bar porters. Managed Lewer's Lounge operations and suggested entertainment venues. Responsible for all beverage orders, accounting procedures and assist with front of the house staff in service and interacted with various

departments throughout the hotel.

Education and Training

Institution Course of Study of Transitioning to Supervisor

McKinley High School Honolulu, HI General Educational Development (GED) Certificate General High School Curriculum

Additional Information

Work related experience:

a.. Guest bartender at Hotel Okura, Tokyo, Japan, for their annual Hawaiian Tropical Fair in collaboration with the Halekulani Hotel for two weeks.

b.. Guest bartender and consultant at the Regent Taipei, Taiwan for two weeks promoting and training staff on Hawaiian Tropical cocktails.

c.. Beverage consultant and trainer for Hemmeter Center, Dole Ballrooms, Alana Waikiki, Koolau Caterers, Formaggio Wine and Cheese bar and Waimea Plantation Cottages Kauai.

d.. Provided personal beverage services at various private residkences.

References Available on Request

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