Brandon Mock

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Home: 601-***-**** adgm9g@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: 601-***-****

I am a meticulous food and beverage service professional, excellent multi-tasker and great under pressure. My broad industry experience includes food, bar and wine service and different levels of management. I am energetic, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Skills Profile

• Comprehensive understanding of budgeting, cash handling and up-selling

• Extensive knowledge of food regulation compliance and sanitation requirements

• Builds strong customer rapport/establishes effective working relationships

• Extensive food, beverage, and alcohol knowledge

• Large & special event catering, party planning and supply ordering

Experience

Catering Department-Captain

October2015-Current

Sodexo Magic-JSU

●Resposible for set-up and breackdown of events

●Resposible for assigning duties and organizing staff

●Responsible for coordination with supervisors and director for day to day events

Bartender March 2014-June 2015

Hilton Hotel, Jackson Ms.

• Prepared/served beverages consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes

• Responsible for food and beverage service in a high paced, high volume environment

• Accepted guest cash payments and processed credit card charges

Bartender September 2013-December 2013

Nick’s Restaurant, Jackson Ms.

• Responsible for food and beverage service in a high paced, high volume environment

• Responsible for conducting accurate inventory and ordering of wines and spirits

• Prepared/served beverages consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes

• Accepted guest cash payments and processed credit card charges

Bartender July 2013-September 2013

Restaurant Miso, Jackson Ms.

• Accepted guest cash payments and processed credit card charges

• Responsible for food and beverage service in a high paced, high volume environment

• Prepared/served beverages consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes

Event Planner/Beverage Consultant – January 2012 to September 2012

Creole Grove Management, Covington La

• Arranged several events with 100+ guests

• Consulted on appropriate food/beverage choices to accommodate various age groups

• Managed site set up/clean up

Food & Beverage Supervisor - April 2007 to October 2011

Ritz Carlton Hotel, New Orleans La

• Worked directly with culinary department; led smooth transitions of food/wine menu changes

• Certified Micros Property Expert: programmed all menu items or changes for all outlets

• Conducted monthly sales reports

• Trained, coached and mentored staff; ensured smooth adoption of company programs, initiatives, philosophy, discipline and timeliness of service

• Developed and trained staff on wine making process, specialized in wine and food pairing with an emphasis on proprietary wines

• Responsible for staff training & development; managed beverage control and inventory

• Improved sales, lowered beverage costs - created multiple incentive programs

Bartender - November 2006 to April 2007

Ritz Carlton Hotel, New Orleans La

• Department trainer; proficient in conflict resolution with staff and guests

• Accepted guest cash payments and processed credit card charges

Bartender - September 2005 to January 2006 Marriott Renaissance Hotel, Washington D.C.

• Responsible for food and beverage service in a high paced, high volume environment

• Prepared/served beverages consistent with the Restaurant’s standard drink recipes

Server - January 2002 to August 2005

Ritz Carlton, New Orleans La

• Presented menus, made recommendations, answered questions regarding beverages and food

• Staff Trainer

Assistant Catering Coordinator - April 1999 to May 2003

Festival Productions, New Orleans La

• Managed night concerts, responsible for transportation and receipt of sponsored products

• Organizing all special meals for crew and artists

• Set-up/breakdown of crew dining areas, artist dressing rooms and VIP rooms

Education

• Eleanor McMain Magnet School, New Orleans La – 1997

• College Education – University of New Orleans, Delgado Community College

References:

Ernest Coleman

Food/Beverage Supervisor - Ritz Carlton Hotel

921 Canal St. New Orleans La 504-***-****

Daniel Victory Owner/General Manager - Victory Bar 339 Baronne St. New Orleans La 504-***-****

Todd Lively Owner/General Manager - Three Legged Dog 400 Burgundy St. New Orleans La 504-***-****

Lt Col Allyson Chauvin

Owner - Creole Grove Acres

Covington, La 504-***-****

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