Marina Blair

Enthusiastic and detail-oriented hospitality leader with over 15 years of experience managing upscale, high-volume restaurants, bars, and luxury hotels. Proven track record in training and motivating teams, delivering memorable guest experiences, driving sales, and streamlining operations. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese with a background in fine dining, craft cocktail development, and event execution.

Adept at maintaining poise under pressure and resolving issues with professionalism and integrity.

Food and Beverage Manager at Hotel Erwin (2024-07 – Present)

• Lead all food and beverage operations for a 4-star beachfront hotel with a rooftop restaurant and bar, ensuring top-tier guest experiences.
• Direct a team of 40+ staff, providing ongoing training in dining service, craft cocktails, and luxury hospitality standards.
• Collaborate with banquet and events teams to execute corporate events for up to 300 guests, maintaining seamless service and high satisfaction.

Bar Manager at La Boheme Weho (2024-01 – 2025-01)

• Supervised bar operations in an upscale restaurant and lounge, serving an average of 150 patrons per evening with a focus on premium cocktails and service.
• Managed beverage inventory and vendor relationships to ensure quality control and cost-effectiveness, maintaining 100% compliance with health regulations.
• Trained and coached a team of bartenders and servers to deliver high standards of service and mixology expertise, implementing new recipes and techniques.

Floor Manager, Bartender at The Venice West (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Oversaw nightly operations and bartended at a small intimate high energy music venue, ensuring smooth service and seamless guest experience.
• Managed floor flow and crowd control during performances, handled high volume drink service and built rapport with regulars and performers.

Food and Beverage Supervisor at The Little America Hotel (2018-01 – 2022-12)

• Supervised food and beverage operations across multiple outlets (fine dining restaurant, bar, and banquets) at a luxury flagship property, managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts while reducing supply costs.
• Introduced a craft cocktail program and seasonal menus, driving a 15% increase in bar sales revenue, coached and trained staff members.

Bartender, Trainer at No Name Saloon Sports Bar (2017-01 – 2022-12)

• Provided exceptional bar service in a high volume, fast paced sports bar averaging 5-7k in sales per shift.
• Maintained strong knowledge of drinks and spirits, and bar operations, handling multiple guests at all times.

Restaurant Manager at Mountain View Resort (2017-01 – 2018-12)

• Directed all restaurant operations in a busy ski resort, overseeing front-of-house and back-of-house teams (total staff ~30).
• Recruited, trained, and mentored staff in fine dining service and mixology, improving employee retention and service quality.
• Collaborated with executive chef to update menus seasonally, leveraging local ingredients and guest feedback to enhance the dining experience.

Food and Beverage Supervisor at Waldorf Astoria Park City (2014-01 – 2016-12)

• Assisted in managing daily operations of the hotel's restaurant, bar, and banquet services, ensuring seamless delivery of luxury service, resolved guest inquiries and complaints, contributing to positive service.
• Maintained inventory and ordering for food and beverage supplies, reducing waste by 15% through improved stock management, coordinated scheduling and training of staff members.

Restaurant Manager at French Bistro 412 (2007-01 – 2014-12)

• Supported the General Manager in daily operations to ensure a high-quality, authentic French dining experience.
• Supervised and trained front-of-house staff, fostering a knowledgeable and service-driven team.
• Handled administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll assistance, and POS system oversight, ensuring strict adherence to health, safety and cleanliness of restaurant.

Certification in Food Handler Certification and Serv Safe Alcohol – University of Utah / California

Course in Food and Beverage, Event Management – Utah Valley University

Bachelor in Hotel Business Management – Tourism School - Fiec

Bachelor in Advertising, Marketing – University Prudente