John Rowland
Corona
Summary
Dynamic bar manager with proven expertise in inventory management and team leadership at Warehouse 72. Skilled in developing innovative menus and promotional campaigns that drive sales and enhance customer experiences. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality control while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Efficient and productive professional in the food service management field, skilled at completing tasks with speed and accuracy. Possess strong capabilities in inventory management, staff training, and customer service excellence. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operation of food service establishments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager/ Lead Bartender/Assistant Manager
Warehouse 72
Irvine
05.2024 - Current
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
- Managed relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure efficient inventory handling and storage.
- Developed original content concepts based on market trends and audience preferences.
Bar Manger/Assistant General Manager
September's Taproom & Eatery
Riverside
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Disciplined and maintained staff to deliver hospitable, professional service reflecting business initiatives.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Created promotional campaigns to increase store traffic and generate revenue.
- Inventory control and procedures throughout the entire company to keep cost down for all operating procedures.
- Created a training program to ensure all team members have the best knowledge to help with a successful shift
Bartender/Restaurant Server
Brinker International Inc.
Chino
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Promoted loyalty programs to encourage repeat business.
Bar Director
Taps Fish House & Brewery
Corona
04.2016 - 11.2022
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for the purchase of liquor, beer and wine products.
- Mitigated health risks and reduced safety hazards by creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Created training guides and manuels to ensure all team members had the knowledge to be successful.
- Created cocktails that had both quality and high volume appearance to ensure guests all enjoyed while dining.
- Team building exercises and routine team check ins.
Bar Manager/Bar and Restaurant Manager
Silent Valley Club
Banning
05.2014 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Created promotional materials such as flyers or posters to advertise specials or upcoming events.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the bar area including countertops, shelves and equipment.
- Scheduling staff and developing job skills to ensure proper training and job skills
- Worked hand and hand with property director to ensure all groups and events were constantly taken care of in a timely manner.
- Order, inventory and creating menu items for both bar and restaurant.
Bartender/Server, General Manager
Jackalope Ranch
Indio
01.2010 - 07.2015
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Created training programs to ensure staffing was well versed in all aspects of the restaurant
- Built cocktail menu to inside guests had a great cocktail while enjoying their meals
- Staffing. Interviewing candidates and ensuring all staff is a correct fit for the restaurant.
Education
Master of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Cal State San Marcos
San Marcos, CA05-2006
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA07-2005
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Cal State San Marcos
07-2003
Skills
- Customer service
- Menu development
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Sales strategies
- Event planning
- Menu updating
- Shift scheduling
- Problem-solving
- Product ordering knowledge
- Foodservice management
- Wine and liquor expertise
- Dining room management
Timeline
Bar Manager/ Lead Bartender/Assistant Manager
Warehouse 72
05.2024 - Current
Bartender/Restaurant Server
Brinker International Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2024
Bar Manger/Assistant General Manager
September's Taproom & Eatery
02.2021 - 11.2024
Bar Director
Taps Fish House & Brewery
04.2016 - 11.2022
Bar Manager/Bar and Restaurant Manager
Silent Valley Club
05.2014 - 08.2020
Bartender/Server, General Manager
Jackalope Ranch
01.2010 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Cal State San Marcos
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Cal State San Marcos