Mikhaila Simpson
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced and effective manager, adept in all aspects of successful restaurant and bar management. Bringing forth several years of industry experience and expertise in managing staff and venue operations. Equipped with a diverse skill set, conducive to creating positive team relationships, resulting in optimal customer service. Passionate about the nightlife industry and live music operations, eager to bring my years of experience and growth to another flourishing establishment.
I also have run my own private businesses for the last 5 years, which include in-person events, social media content creation, and brand management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
The Bearded Tit
Sydney, NSW
06.2024 - Current
- Managed bar operations to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised staff on drink preparation and customer service standards.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered weekly to meet operational needs.
- Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming events, promotions and menu changes.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in bar environment.
- Managed day-to-day operations including opening and closing duties, scheduling shifts for employees, cash handling procedures and payroll processing.
- Managed a weekly event roster including live music, performances and DJ's focusing on queer nightlife.
Assistant Venue Manager
Mary's
Newtown
11.2020 - 05.2024
- Effectively coordinated daily restaurant and beverage management operations, resulting in greater sales and higher levels of customer satisfaction.
- Continually adapted and excelled in all areas of a consistently changing fast environment.
- Effectively coached and counselled staff including hiring of all new staff members.
- Worked to cultivate a strong team-oriented environment.
- Heavily focused on management of extensive wine portfolio and clientele including execution of two wine events with large international producers.
Social Media Assistant
RUSSH Magazine
Sydney
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Developed a content calendar that outlined upcoming social media posts and campaigns.
- Implemented creative strategies to increase user engagement on social media platforms.
- Wrote and published work based on trend research posted to multiple social media platforms of over 80k followers.
Showroom Assistant
Bauer Media
Sydney
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible for product showroom of multiple fashion magazines such as Marie Claire, including photo-shoot preparation and assisting on set.
Junior Marketing Assistant
Petersham RSL
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Analysed marketing data to identify trends and develop insights that informed future marketing decisions.
- Developed marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and customer acquisition.
- Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to improve content marketing and cross-promotional initiatives.
Event Assistant
The Bait Shop
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed event registration and attendance tracking, resulting in accurate data collection and reporting.
- Utilized social media platforms to effectively engage with attendees and drive event attendance.
- On-site event management ensuring events are running to runsheets and coordinating with a small team of staff for smooth results reporting to event manager.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Media
UTAS
08.2025
Diploma in Business -
TFI
03.2021
Skills
- Customer Service
- Bartending
- Waitressing
- Extensive spirit knowledgeowledge
- Event Organisation & Management
- Business Development
- Management Skills
- Highly Skilled in Office Systems (Word, Excel, Canva)
- Social media strategy
- Content creation
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Bar Manager
The Bearded Tit
06.2024 - Current
Social Media Assistant
RUSSH Magazine
01.2021 - 06.2021
Assistant Venue Manager
Mary's
11.2020 - 05.2024
Showroom Assistant
Bauer Media
03.2020 - 12.2020
Junior Marketing Assistant
Petersham RSL
07.2019 - 10.2020
Event Assistant
The Bait Shop
12.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Media
UTAS
Diploma in Business -
TFI
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