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Alex Brownbridge

Connewarre,VIC

Summary

Engaging and motivated Bachelor of Commerce student with 5 years of entrepreneurial and operations management experience. Demonstrated ability in capitalizing on new trends to drive business development and achieve desirable outcomes for a range of stakeholders. Fascinated by pursuing continuous improvement and progression within modern businesses. Organized and thoughtful with natural leadership talents and a passion for shaping positive working environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

The Cocktail Cart
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted 1 year of market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate concept formulation
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Led creation and optimisation of operational procedures to reduce event preparation times by 50%
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll (up to 15 staff)
  • Devised and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee effectiveness
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Established and maintained relationships with suppliers and hundreds of customers alike

Duty Manager

Taylor Hotel Group
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Aligned strategic decisions with long-term objectives, working closely with owners and senior management
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of a busy coastal venue with capacity of up to 1000 patrons
  • Forecasted demand to prepare complex rosters for up to 50 staff
  • Established employee retention strategies to improve culture and thus business outcomes too
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales activity reports to measure short-term productivity and goal achievement
  • Created signature beverage lists and implemented associated training programs across 3 large venues
  • Completed daily cash reconciliation and safe balance maintenance with limited discrepancies

Bar Manager

Taylor Hotel Group
12.2019 - 12.2020
  • Reorganized bar operations and procedures for a team of 5 staff to streamline service flow
  • Interviewed and hired a range of staff to enhance team capabilities
  • Drove a 50% cocktail revenue increase by creating signature beverage lists
  • Monitored alcohol consumption to encourage safety of crowds of up to 200 patrons
  • Resolved numerous escalated customer complaints to maximize satisfaction and loyalty

Skills

  • Goal Setting and Envisioning
  • Team Leadership
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Mathematical Calculation and Logical Reasoning
  • Process Optimization
  • Microsoft Excel

Additional Information

  • School Dux, Oberon High School
  • School Captain, Oberon High School

Timeline

Owner

The Cocktail Cart
01.2022 - Current

Duty Manager

Taylor Hotel Group
12.2020 - 01.2022

Bar Manager

Taylor Hotel Group
12.2019 - 12.2020

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