Loren Lorenzo
Greenville,SC
Summary
Professional beverage management professional with strong track record in enhancing operational efficiency and elevating guest experiences. Skilled in beverage program development, inventory management, and vendor relations. Focused on fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing demands to achieve outstanding results. Known for leadership, strategic planning, and unwavering commitment to quality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Beverage Director
The Club at High Hampton
03.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversaw three separate outlets with their own bar/cocktails
- Bar Schedule
- Created wine bottle and glass lists specified to each outlet
- Provided table side wine service and suggestions
- Created unique and creative original cocktails, along with the recipes for house made syrups/shrubs/tinctures
- Lead the bar team with set ups and break downs of mobile bars during special events
- Hosted cocktail classes for the members and staff
- Managed the floor and bar during dinner service, continuing to coach both servers and bartenders
- Inventory/costing
- Inputting and creating inventory items on Jonas POS system back office
Beverage Director
The Club at High Hampton
03.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversaw three separate outlets with their own bar/cocktails
- Bar Schedule
- Created wine bottle and glass lists specified to each outlet
- Provided table side wine service and suggestions
- Created unique and creative original cocktails, along with the recipes for house made syrups/shrubs/tinctures
- Lead the bar team with set ups and break downs of mobile bars during special events
- Hosted cocktail classes for the members and staff
- Managed the floor and bar during dinner service, continuing to coach both servers and bartenders
- Inventory/costing
- Inputting and creating inventory items on Jonas POS system back office
Assistant Bar Manager
Bar 1903
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Created schedules for each week and ensure no overtime hours are acquired within each week or position.
- Developed training schedules and job requirements for each position in the bar as well as a comprehensive guide to what is expected of each role (Bar, Floor, Bar Back, Host)
- Supervised all aspects of nightly service, opening and closing duties and overall operations, as well as answering any questions from staff or guests and handling any issues that may arise.
- Was responsible for remembering 60 + cocktails on our extensive menu while maintaining knowledge of specific spirits and cocktail history.
- Head of communication with staff-making sure all new notes, menu changes and restaurant updates are relayed to all employees.
Assistant Bar Manager
Bar 1903
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Created schedules for each week and ensure no overtime hours are acquired within each week or position.
- Developed training schedules and job requirements for each position in the bar as well as a comprehensive guide to what is expected of each role (Bar, Floor, Bar Back, Host)
- Supervised all aspects of nightly service, opening and closing duties and overall operations, as well as answering any questions from staff or guests and handling any issues that may arise.
- Was responsible for remembering 60 + cocktails on our extensive menu while maintaining knowledge of specific spirits and cocktail history.
- Head of communication with staff-making sure all new notes, menu changes and restaurant updates are relayed to all employees.
Bar Manager
Cypress
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Maintained inventory on wines and spirits for service and obtaining knowledge on new and current products.
- Purchased wine and spirits for our menu as well as for special events and new cocktails.
- Retained extensive wine and spirit knowledge in order to give suggestions and pairings with menu items.
- Developed various original cocktail recipes for seasonal menus, price them accordingly and write descriptions for our menu.
- Supervised dinner shifts, including the expo station, as well as finishing the nightly drawer and dividing tips amongst employees.
Bar Manager
Cypress
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Maintained inventory on wines and spirits for service and obtaining knowledge on new and current products.
- Purchased wine and spirits for our menu as well as for special events and new cocktails.
- Retained extensive wine and spirit knowledge in order to give suggestions and pairings with menu items.
- Developed various original cocktail recipes for seasonal menus, price them accordingly and write descriptions for our menu.
- Supervised dinner shifts, including the expo station, as well as finishing the nightly drawer and dividing tips amongst employees.
Education
B.S. - Nutrition
Johnson & Wales University
01.2014
Skills
- Food Service
- Serving Experience
- Culinary Experience
- Staff training and development
- Creative cocktail design
- Wine pairing recommendations
- Beverage pricing
Certification
Certified Sommelier
Timeline
Beverage Director
The Club at High Hampton
03.2021 - 03.2025
Beverage Director
The Club at High Hampton
03.2021 - 03.2025
Assistant Bar Manager
Bar 1903
01.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Bar Manager
Bar 1903
01.2020 - 03.2021
Bar Manager
Cypress
08.2016 - 01.2020
Bar Manager
Cypress
08.2016 - 01.2020
B.S. - Nutrition
Johnson & Wales University
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