Derrik States

Hi there! I'm Derrik.

I'm a dynamic and versatile hospitality pro with 14+ years in the game including bar and restaurant operations, beverage programs and development, and fine dining service. I've worn many different hats in high-volume concepts, craft bartending, wine sales and service, private events and more. I'm passionate about curating exceptional guest experiences and working with great teams.

I believe the greatest differences can be made in seemingly minute details, I’m a solutions oriented person with a can-do attitude, and I’m always ready to roll with the punches.

I’m also currently the beverage director for a local group called Rumors that hosts events and parties. The role is enjoyable and dynamic - and it allows me the flexibility to commit fully to a home-base opportunity or take on other projects.

Looking forward to connecting! 🥂

Nov 2024 - Mar 2025

Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection, Fort Worth, TX - Bartender, Floor Sommelier

Aug 2023 - Oct 2024

Nickel City, The Down ‘N Out - Fort Worth, TX - Bartender, Prep Lead

Jul 2023 - Sep 2023*

Eazy Monkey - Fort Worth, TX - Assistant General & Bar Manager

(Employment ended due to restaurant closure.)

Apr 2023 - July 2023

Jackie O’s Cocktail Club - Fort Worth, TX - General Manager

Apr 2022 - May 2023

WineHaus - Fort Worth, TX

General Manager JAN 2023 - MAY 2023

Co-Manager, Bartender APR 2022 - NOV 2022

(*Returned after completing a travel consulting contract, see below.)

Nov 2022 - Jan 2023

De La Terre - Downingtown, PA - Opening Consultant (as AGM & Headwaiter)

Collaborated with the General Manager and Head Chef to make key front-of-house and operational decisions for a French fine-dining menu in a New American setting.

Sep 2019 - Mar 2020

Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX - Clubs Manager

Opened, managed, and developed beverage programs for the North Club (a fine dining steakhouse-inspired concept) and the South Club (a two floor, high volume bar).

Mar 2019 - Sep 2019

CRU Wine Bar - Fort Worth, TX - Bar Manager, Bartender

Jan 2018 - Mar 2019

B&B Butchers & Restaurant - Fort Worth, TX - Server, Banquet Captain, Bartender

Wine Salesperson of the Year - 2018

June 2017 - Jan 2018

GRACE - Fort Worth, TX - Server

Currently pursuing CMS 2 and WSET 2.

Toast POS Power User.

TABC/TX Food Handler certified.