Aaron Salzer
Rice
Summary
Responsible professional skilled at making custom drinks and maximizing business revenues with top-notch service. Work well with team members to meet all customer needs in fast-paced environments. Good money handling, problem-solving and time management abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
Onamia
12.2022 - Current
- Mixed and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy hours.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and foster positive experiences.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and customer service standards.
- Managed cash handling and processed payments accurately at the bar register.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
CEO
North Benton Investments Inc
Sauk Rapids
09.2011 - 12.2022
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
- Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.
- Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
- Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure accurate stock availability.
- Developed strategic marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Processed payroll for employees using advanced payroll software.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations for team members regularly.
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
Public Affairs Specialist
US Army Reserve
Saint Paul
10.1994 - 05.2016
- Drafted communication materials for community outreach initiatives.
- Coordinated public events to enhance community engagement with military services.
- Managed social media accounts to promote public affairs activities.
- Researched public opinion trends to inform communication strategies.
- Collaborated with military personnel to prepare press releases and statements.
- Organized training sessions on media relations for unit members.
- Monitored news coverage related to military operations and community impact.
- Conducted media outreach activities such as press conferences and interviews with print, broadcast, and online outlets.
- Developed and implemented public relations plans to promote awareness of organizational programs, services, and initiatives.
- Put together and disseminated videos and other media content.
- Authored speeches and announcements for senior staff as well as media responses, press releases and FOIA statements.
- Coordinated logistics associated with visits by dignitaries or high-level guests at organization facilities.
Education
Printed Media Journalist
Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD 07.2006 - 10.2006
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Rasmussen College, St Cloud, Mn
St. Cloud , MN 09.1996 - 05.2000
Broadcast Journalism
Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD 09.1998 - 02.1999
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- Cash handling
- Customer engagement
- Inventory management
- Employee training
- Strategic planning
- Vendor negotiation
- Marketing strategy
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Food service
- Point of sale systems
Certification
- ServSafe Liquor Training
- ServSafe Food Manager
Timeline
Bartender
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
12.2022 - Current
CEO
North Benton Investments Inc
09.2011 - 12.2022
Printed Media Journalist
Defense Information School
07.2006 - 10.2006
Broadcast Journalism
Defense Information School
09.1998 - 02.1999
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Rasmussen College, St Cloud, Mn
09.1996 - 05.2000
Public Affairs Specialist
US Army Reserve
10.1994 - 05.2016