Liquor Operations Manager & Artist Relations Manager at Summer Edit Festival (2026-08 – Present)
- Planned and managed complete liquor operations for a six-hour live music festival
- Coordinated liquor purchasing and ordering through BC Liquor Stores, manufacturers, private liquor stores, and beverage suppliers
- Organized branded liquor products for designated festival vending locations and beverage booths
- Planned product requirements, logistics, delivery, storage, ice, POS, and vendor coordination for a first-time event
- Worked closely with liquor representatives, brand owners, and beverage partners to coordinate product requirements and event execution
- Served as a key point of contact between beverage partners, vendors, event organizers, and operational teams
- Supported artist relations and hospitality operations, coordinating artist needs and contributing to a smooth overall festival experience
Vendor Support at Shambhala Music Festival (2026-07 – 2026-07)
- Supported third-party market vendors throughout load-in, event operations, and load-out for a 20,000-person music festival
- Assisted vendors with internal POS system setup, troubleshooting, and operational support
- Served as a primary point of contact for vendor owners and leads, responding to issues and coordinating solutions
- Supported both third-party and internal food vendors with POS systems and day-to-day operational requirements
- Built positive and productive working relationships with vendor owners, managers, and event leads
- Worked collaboratively across departments to maintain smooth operations throughout a large-scale event
Bar Manager / Floor Manager at Four Winds Beach House & Brewery (2024-08 – 2025-10)
- Managed daily front-of-house and bar operations in a high-volume hospitality environment
- Managed liquor inventory, ordering, stock rotation, and product organization
- Collaborated with ownership and head brewer to coordinate brewery-to-bar operations
- Supervised and supported staff while managing reservations, customer flow, and service standards
- Handled customer concerns and operational issues professionally and efficiently
- Coordinated with management and back-of-house teams to maintain smooth daily operations
- Maintained high standards of service, health, safety, and cleanliness
All-Rounder at Snowwater Heli Ski Lodge (2023-12 – 2024-03)
- Delivered high-end dining and guest service experiences in a remote luxury lodge
- Served multi-course evening meals and worked closely with chefs to accommodate dietary requirements
- Provided attentive guest service throughout dining and hospitality operations
- Assisted with housekeeping and general lodge operations
- Worked effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment where flexibility and teamwork were essential
Bar Manager / Assistant Artist Relations Manager at Shambhala Music Festival (2022 – Present)
Seasonal | 2022 – Present
- Managed bar operations including product ordering, inventory, menu planning, staffing, and service execution
- Oversaw high-volume service and VIP hospitality in a large-scale festival environment
- Assisted artist relations with schedules, accommodations, hospitality, and on-site requirements
- Acted as a liaison between artists, bar staff, vendors, and event operations
- Coordinated staff and volunteers while maintaining clear communication during high-pressure situations
- Supported event logistics and problem-solving to ensure smooth festival operations
Shift Leader / Bartender / Server at Cantina Del Centro (2021-05 – 2023-07)
- Led front-of-house operations across bartending, serving, hosting, expo, and management-on-duty responsibilities
- Ran restaurant operations independently during busy service periods
- Managed service flow while transitioning between multiple front-of-house positions
- Trained and supported staff while maintaining service standards
- Handled customer concerns and operational issues quickly and professionally
- Maintained a high level of organization and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
Farm Manager / Assistant Grower at Lono's Garden Paradise / Cedar Creek Farm (2020-05 – 2022-10)
- Managed day-to-day farm operations and production activities
- Performed planting, pruning, cloning, feeding, watering, trellis work, and material transport
- Assisted with pest control, sanitation, facility maintenance, and equipment upkeep
- Maintained production standards and efficient workflow across daily operations
- Worked independently and as part of a team in physically demanding outdoor environments
Event Coordinator / Lead Bartender at Lavish Liquid (2018-02 – 2020-03)
- Coordinated private, promotional, and luxury events from planning through execution
- Served as a primary client contact and managed client profiles, menus, rentals, and event requirements
- Planned beverage service and coordinated event logistics
- Led on-site bar operations as Head Bartender
- Worked directly with clients to deliver customized, high-quality event experiences
- Supervised event staff and maintained professional service standards
Supervisor / Bartender / Server at Backeddy Pub (2019-04 – 2019-10)
- Worked in a remote gastropub serving both tourists and local customers
- Acted as Manager on Duty during busy evening services
- Managed daily operations while maintaining average sales of approximately $1,500–$2,500
- Trained and supported staff and monitored service efficiency
- Performed bartending, serving, stocking, cleaning, and general operational duties
Front Desk Agent / Housekeeping Manager / Wedding Server at West Coast Wilderness Lodge (2014-04 – 2019-10)
Seasonal | April 2014 – October 2019
- Worked across front desk, housekeeping, restaurant, and guest services operations at a destination resort
- Supervised front desk operations and acted as a liaison between departments
- Coordinated with housekeeping, tour bookings, and restaurant teams to ensure smooth guest experiences
- Supported weddings, fine dining, eco-tourism, and all-inclusive resort operations
- Adapted across multiple departments according to operational requirements
- Built strong guest relationships while maintaining high standards of hospitality
