David Christgau

Hospitality and Beverage Operations Professional with 15 years of experience leading high-volume bars and beverage programs in NYC. Expert in craft cocktails, spirits, inventory management, and staff development. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, managing vendor relations, and elevating guest experiences for independent venues and national brands.

Manager at STOUT HOSPITALITY GROUP (2025-07 – 2026-03)

Managed daily F&B operations, FOH staffing, and vendor relations. Optimized beverage standards and labor costs to improve profitability.

• Launched Penn Station catering program ($5k weekly revenue increase) and grew daytime revenue via corporate partnerships.

Partner at HARRIDAN VODKA (2025-01 – Present)

Led sales strategy, distributor partnerships, and market expansion. Recruited and trained sales teams while executing brand activations.

• Grew account base from 100 to 700+; expanded Boston market by 150+ accounts (40% Q3 growth); secured features in Rolling Stone and GQ.

Vice President of Sales at HARRIDAN VODKA (2024-01 – 2025-01)

Senior Sales Director at HARRIDAN VODKA (2022-01 – 2024-01)

Assistant Bar Manager | Head Bartender | Trainer | Beverage Programmer at THE AMERICAN BAR & ST. THEO'S (2021-01 – 2022-12)

Directed bar operations and staff training. Contributed to menu development and inventory controls, driving a $12k weekly sales increase.

• Developed specialty cocktails and established training standards for service consistency and spirits education.

Bartender at PUTNAM'S PUB & COOKER (2021-01 – 2021-08)

Assisted with POS overhaul and developed FOH side-work procedures to maintain high quality standards.

Assistant Manager & Bartender at FAILTE PUB (2015-09 – 2020-03)

Managed bar operations, inventory, and staff. Oversaw ordering, pricing, and the development of the private event business.

• Increased profit margins from 70% to 90% and expanded private bookings to a year-round revenue stream.

Bachelor of Science in Business Management – University of Phoenix