Ryan Buchanan

With over a decade of experience in hospitality working in Vancouver's premiere cocktail bars and restaurants. I have experience running small teams in intimate spaces and experiance running large beverage programs in 5 star hotels. I draw my inspiration for my programs from the beautiful nature and culture that envelopes Vancouver. With my experience I bring a fresh perspectives and cost reducing solutions to your team. I am currently looking for an opportunity that is challenging and fosters growth as we enter into the busy summer season.

Bar Manager Sons of Vancouver | Spring 2022 - Current

• Curated award winning cocktail program (2022 Golden Owl)
• Developed bar training manual and steps of service • Increased retail sales by 20% each quarter • Built & nurtured local relationships with community businesses and patrons
• Ran spirit and distillation classes

Bar Manager Hawksworth Restaurant | Spring 2021 - Spring 2022 • Managed a team of 8

• Refined cocktail list and developed seasonal menus • Wrote schedule and was responsible for hiring
• Worked with our marketing team & brand reps to curate innovative events
• Maintained variance of <2% and improved cogs

Bar Manager UVA | Winter 2020 - Spring 2021

• Trained and lead a team of 4 bartenders and 6 servers
• Curated wine list and inventory • Wrote schedule and was responsible for hiring • Developed KPI’s and tracked employee satisfaction and growth
• Maintained variance of <3% and improved cogs by 10% Bar Manager Hollyburn Country Club | Fall 2019 - Winter 2020
• Developed systems to minimize waste and reduced costs of drinks •

Developed training program for FOH staff

• Ran spirit and wine education sessions
• Developed cocktail and wine menus
• Ordered and maintained bar and wine inventory with <3% variance month to month Lead

WSET 3

Bachelor's of science

UBC