Shaun J. Gavidia
Buffalo, NY 305.746.6677 gavidia.shaun@gmail.com
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Twin Petrels Seltzer Co.
Lead Bartender
Buffalo, NY
2022 - 2023
1250 Niagara St., Suite 400, Buffalo, NY 14213
716.322.1033
New York State's first ever seltzery, Twin Petrels introduced "Industrial Chic" to the Buffalo Area. Stunning decor with a great variety of unique seltzers, craft beers, and quality craft cocktails.
Throughout my employment at Twin Petrels I have:
- Worked directly with owners and management to create first ever seltzer brewery in New York
- Designed and implemented steps of service to use throughout company branches
- Aided Brewmaster in manufacturing techniques in accordance with local and statewide laws and guidelines
- Liasson between Events Coordinator and Front of House team for organizing special events
BarToto
General Manager
Brooklyn, NY
2020 - 2022
411 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
718.768.4698
Described as a proper bar, proper restaurant, and proper pub all-in-one, BarToto has been a neighborhood staple for over 20 in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn. A personal favorite of Former Mayor DeBlasio himself, BarToto serves high-quality Italian/Americana cuisine as well as beautifully crafted cocktails.
While Managing BarToto I have:
- Both maintained and increased staff employment throughout Covid-19 pandemic
- Handled company payroll, scheduling, purchasing, inventory
- Streamlined operations to increase revenue despite operating at 35 – 70% occupancy during 2020
- Increased total restaurant revenue 15% in 2021 compared to 2019 sales figures
BarToto
Bartender/Server
Brooklyn, NY
2012 - 2020
411 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
718.768.4698
General Manager Jed Stewart
Described as a proper bar, proper restaurant, and proper pub all-in-one, BarToto has been a neighborhood staple for over 16 in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn. A personal favorite of Former Mayor DeBlasio himself, BarToto serves high-quality Italian/Americana cuisine as well as beautifully crafted cocktails.
Throughout my employment at BarToto I have:
- Increased company awareness on social media including Instagram and Facebook
- Implemented seasonal and signature cocktails as well as menu items
- Redesigned and installed multimedia systems for use with special events
- Excelled in providing top quality service for all customers
Rogue & Canon
Brunch Manager/Server
New York, NY
2013 - 2015
128 W Houston St, NY 10012
646.398.8700
General Manager Ibrahim Mulrain
A short-lived Gastropub/Mixology Bar in Greenwich Village providing high end cuisine and cocktails in a relaxed, neighborhood atmosphere.
Throughout my employment at Rogue & Canon I had:
- Increased company social media presence by working directly with Social Media Coordinator
- Held quarterly meetings with owners and public relations firm to increase company revenue
- Designed artistic menu and sidewalk boards to increase foot traffic into the restaurant
- Coordinated special events including independent film premiers and non-profit fundraisers