Zakariah Kellum
Santa Monica
Summary
Highly adaptable Bar Lead with a proven track record of problem-solving and improving operational efficiency in high-volume casual and fine dining venues. Prioritizing customer satisfaction and food safety, brings an extensive background in the industry. Proficient mixologist with a wide range of signature drink recipes, ready to elevate the bar experience for patrons.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Lead
RVR
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Crafted a menu program that reflected the seasonality of produce and paired well with menu selections.
- Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 300 customers daily.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Trained food and beverage service personnel, confirming staff to provide recommendations and answer questions.
- Held beverage area and workers to high standard of cleanliness and service.
Wine Director
Rascal’s Vegan Food
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Responsible for compiling the wine menu, creating staff resources, adjusting cost and ordering.
- This role is primarily remote with occasional staff meetings to discuss wine changes and discuss optimal wine service.
Expo/ Line Cook
Kato
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Directly responsible for pacing of service.
- Ensures quality, consistency and upheld all standards of the kitchen.
- Responsible for overseeing closing duties.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
Prep & Line Cook/ Expo
Tamar
04.2022 - 06.2023
Server
Bettina
01.2022 - 06.2023
Bartender
Bettina
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented a seasonal cocktail menu, working with chefs to minimize food waste.
- Provide exceptional customer service, assisting guests in navigating food, wine, and cocktail menus.
- Efficiently communicate with the bar team to meet station requirements and optimize service efficiency.
- Maintain communication with floor managers and servers ensuring a smooth flow of information regarding item counts from both the bar and the kitchen.
- Calculated pour and labor cost, as well as adapted recipes for batch production.
- Compiled a spirits guide complete with tasting notes and producer history and technique.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Boise, Idaho01.2017
Skills
- Menu development
- Workplace safety
- Staff leadership
- Upselling strategies
- Promotional events
- Wine pairing
- Bartending expertise
- Menu memorization
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
Certification
- ServeSafe
- Responsible Beverage Service training
- WSET Level 1
Timeline
Bar Lead
RVR
10.2024 - 05.2025
Wine Director
Rascal’s Vegan Food
10.2023 - 10.2024
Expo/ Line Cook
Kato
10.2023 - 10.2024
Prep & Line Cook/ Expo
Tamar
04.2022 - 06.2023
Server
Bettina
01.2022 - 06.2023
Bartender
Bettina
05.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
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