Wyatt Main
Fair Oaks
Summary
With years of experience in the restaurant industry-including serving and bartending at Le Reve Restaurant & Raw Bar, a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist—| bring a deep passion for hospitality, exceptional service, and team collaboration. Skilled in crafting cocktails, providing personalized guest experiences, and maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments, I thrive under pressure while staying calm, friendly, and focused. My background in event execution and problem-solving ensures smooth service, and I take pride in delivering excellence in every interaction, no matter the task.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Le Reve Restaurant & Raw Bar
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Currently a semifinalist for the James Beard best new restaurant award.
- Second restaurant I was managing at one time.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed training manuals and executed training programs to ensure all staff members were ready for Grand opening.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
Event Coordinator
Wyo Entertainment
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Startup Entertainment company that help large multi-day concerts
- Led pre-event training sessions for staff members, reinforcing best practices in customer service and on-site problem-solving techniques.
- Maximized revenue by skillfully negotiating contracts with sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors.
- Spearheaded volunteer recruitment efforts, assembling dedicated teams that contributed significantly to overall event success.
- Minimized disruption by proactively identifying potential risks and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Enhanced attendee experiences by meticulously coordinating all event logistics and ensuring seamless execution.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality services at competitive rates.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to promote events, generating significant interest and attracting a diverse range of attendees.
General Manager
The Warehouse Gastrpub
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Started as a bartender and worked my way up to general manager in January of 2023.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
Bartender
Birch Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Owner
Main Choice Fencing
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Education
No Degree - Physical Science
Sheridan College
Sheridan WYHigh School Diploma -
Tongue River High School
Dayton, WY08-2014
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Event planning
- Strong multitasking
- Small business operations
- Problem resolution
- Scheduling
- Highly reliable
- Decision-making
- Team player attitude
- TIPS trained
- Guest relations
- Efficient multi-tasker
Timeline
General Manager
Le Reve Restaurant & Raw Bar
08.2024 - 10.2024
Event Coordinator
Wyo Entertainment
01.2023 - 10.2024
General Manager
The Warehouse Gastrpub
09.2022 - 10.2024
Bartender
Birch Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2022
Owner
Main Choice Fencing
11.2019 - 12.2021
No Degree - Physical Science
Sheridan College
High School Diploma -
Tongue River High School
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