KENNEDY ARMOUR
COPLEY, OH 44321
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced hospitality professional with expertise in wine and beverage menu curation, catering coordination, staff management, and high-volume service environments. Skilled in collaborating with vendors, developing seasonal menus, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. EXPERIENCE
Beau’s Bar & Bistro, Copley, OH
General Manager
April 2023 – June 2025
● Created and curated seasonal wine menus and specialty cocktail offerings tailored to guest preferences.
● Conducted wine tastings and staff education to improve product knowledge and sales.
● Conducted wine tastings and recommended pairings for guests.
● Supported catering events, including beverage and charcuterie service.
● Developed and updated rotating food and beverage menus, including weekly specials.
● Coordinated catering events and large parties, overseeing charcuterie and buffet-style food layouts.
● Managed vendor relationships for wine and beverage purchasing and inventory control.
● Supervised and trained a team of employees, ensuring consistent guest service and smooth daily operations. Handling scheduling and performance evaluation.
● Managing budgets, monitoring expenses and ensuring profitability. Including setting prices, controlling food costs, and analyzing sales trends. Inventory management and developing marketing strategies.
● Oversaw multiple weddings, parties, and private events simultaneously, maintaining a high standard of service.
● Successfully established and launched a new brand of the restaurant, overseeing all aspects of opening and development.
Hunkerdown Hideaway, Cocoa Beach, FL
Bartender
December 2021 – October 2022
● Crafted and curated unique cocktail menus featuring seasonal and local ingredients.
● Maintained relationships with beverage vendors and assisted with inventory purchasing.
● Delivered high-quality service in a busy environment, managing multiple guests simultaneously. Hydrojet Destin, Destin, FL
Deckhand
March 2018 – November 2021
● Ensure guest safety during tours and perform boat maintenance duties.
● Provided customer service and educational information to guests on board.
● Assisted the captain with docking, line handling, and on-deck operations. Mimmo’s Ristorante Italiano, Destin, FL
Bartender/Server
December 2017 – July 2019
● Drink preparation, engaged with patrons and providing personalized drink recommendations.
● Inventory management and monitoring stock levels.
● Cash handling, and POS training.
● Maintaining cleanliness and prep work for bar maintenance. EDUCATION
Northwest Florida State College, Niceville, FL
Bachelor’s in Project Management
August 2017 – May 2022
CERTIFICATIONS
● ServSafe — Service Management Certification
Oversaw food safety practices, staff compliance, and proper hygiene standards. SKILLS
● Wine & beverage menu curation
● Wine knowledge & staff education
● Food & beverage vendor management
● Catering & charcuterie layout coordination
● Staff supervision & training
● Multitasking & event management
● Inventory control & ordering
● Guest relations & hospitality