What type of job are you looking for?
I am looking for a position that will allow me to grow within a company. My expertise is in the Bar/Nightclub/Restaurant industry. I have been in the industry as bartender/server/manager/general manager and owner. I have a hands on management style and have excellent customer service qualities. I am looking for a job in the Bar/Restaurant/Hospitality industry, although I am open to any available positions. A resume and refrences are available upon request.
What nationality are you?
I am born and raised in The U.S.A. I have spent my entire life living in large Metro areas (NYC and Philiadelphia) and this is where all of my experience in the Bar/Nightclub industry was obtained.
What languages do you speak (and at what level)?
I speak, read and write english at a collegiate level. My spanish is not the greatest, I would consider my spanish a kitchen spanish.
What country or area are you looking to work in and why?
I am looking to relocate and begin employment in the Dominican Republic. I have traveled several times to the Dominican Republic and fell in love with the country and the people as soon as I landed. I have spent a lot of time in Dominican areas of NYC and have a lot of Dominican American friends. I am also open to hear about any other areas in the world that may be hiring.
What countries have you worked in?
I spent some time in Sicily and worked there for several months on two seperate occasions
What countries do you have a visa to work in?
Only the U.S.A at the moment.
What field do you currently work in?
I am currently a General Manager of a very highly acclaimed BBQ restaurant and Bar in Brooklyn, NY. We have an amazing presence in NYC and in national publications. We also have a new restaurant to our group that is also in Brooklyn that I am involved with, this restaurant has trnsformed a whole neighborhood as a food destination.
What fields have you worked in before?
My family owned a meat business for 52 years. So I grew up in the food industry. I have worked Restaurant/Bars, nightclubs, car sales, I ran a painting business for two summers while in high school, I also was a partner in a nightclub and owned a sneaker and clothing store.
What qualifications do you hold?
I have a food handlers license in NYC for supervisors of food establishments. I also solely built our cocktail list at my current place of employment. I have all my own recipes and make my own flavored liquors. Some of my flavored liquors include Habanero & Mango Tequila, Jalapeno Lime Vodka, Strwberry and Vanilla bourbon and a Vanilla Sugar Infused Strawberry and Mint Rum. I have my mixologist license ( Although, Ihave not worked as a bartender in over 7 years).
Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why?
Formal education definately helps. Although, I feel as though you can never beat on the job training and learning from experts in your chosen field. Formal education makes you well rounded and also requires a strong work ethic. Although, I feel that you really do not start learning about the occupation until you are immersed in it. You will learn things that text books and lectures can not teach. Formal education builds a strong foundation for you to build on.
Describe the benefits of working with others
Working with others allows you to see other peoples ideas and allows you to share ideas to complete a task. It also allows you to see ideas from a different approach. Working with others also alleviates a liitle bit of pressure that might be found when working alone.
Describe the benefits of working alone
When the project or task is complete, you can say that you completed it all on your own. When you see the finished product, you know that it was solely you that completed that project.
What was your worst working experience?
Probably while selling cars. There was a salesman that would step all over your toes trying to steal your sale. It showed that there are some people who only care for themselves and they will do anything to get what they want ( this includes overstepping boundaries).
What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career?
To listen. When a customer has a complaint, listen. Do not give excuses, listen to what the customer is saying and be be helpful. Customers want to be heard. If a customer has a bad steak, they do not want to hear that our regular chef had the night off, they want the problem fixed. Be there for your customers.
What unique skills do you have?
I have the ability to mediate situations very well. I also have an excellent ability to get employees on the right track and enjoy their job. I try to make the work environment fun but also making sure that all tasks are done properly. I also think that my customer relations are excellent.
What would you consider as your 'dream job'?
My dream job would be managing a wonderful establishment at the beach in the Dominican Republic. A place where locals and visitors can have a wonderful experience, a place where we have a great repeat business.
What are the most interesting aspects of your field?
Seeing people enjoy themselves. My philosophy is, not everyone can afford a vacation, but they do not have to fly somewhere to get away. So if you can give them a wonderful experience in your establishment, they are able to get away from their everyday life and enjoy themselves at a reasonable price, they will appreciate that and spend their free time at your establishment.
Wjat are the least interesting aspects of your field?
The hours are the least interesting. It is no 9-5pm job. You are working during party time. You are making sure people are having fun during there time away from work.
Please replace this with a question of your own
Is there anyone in the Dominican Republic that needs a English speaking manager of a Bar/Restaurant or Nightclub?
How can potential employers contact you?
email dbl_goose@yahoo.com
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