Michael Martensen

Experience

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  Nantucket Island Resorts

  Jan 2004 - Oct 2005

  Front Office Mgr. at the Wauwinet Inn

  I managed a team of employees from around the world. the team consisted of 26 employees. Where I did the scheduling, payroll, and overall operations of the front desk (guest check-in). I full-filled all guests needs to the fullest of my abilities.

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  Wauwinet Inn

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Captain/ Bartender

  I was a front server at a Wine Spectator Grand Award restaurant and Relais Chateau Gourmond called Toppers. Where I worked under Craig Hanna and David Daniels. I managed my tables by giving five star service. I passed onto my guest the knowledge of food and wine.

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  The Little Nell

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  Guest Services
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  Rosewood Hotels & Resorts

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2008

  Lead Bartender

  I have my hands on the creative side of the Mansion Bar. I have had great success in the Dallas area with my customers and the local press. Nationally things are starting to come together for me as well.

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  MKTG

  Nov 2008 - Jan 2010

  Diageo Rum Ambassador

  I work on Diageo's reserve brands of rum. This includes Zacapa. Pampero, and Oronoco Rums. Tasks include trade and consumer education, entertainment and implementation of sales strategies.

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  United States Bartenders Guild

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2012

  North Texas President

  I am bringing a large community of bartenders together in the Dallas FT Worth area to educate the masses on a appropriate American Cocktail.

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  Diageo

  Jan 2010 - Feb 2011

  Luxury Spirits Ambassador/ Trade Development/ Mixologist

  I work very closely with Luxury Brands such as Ketel One, Bulleit, Bushmills, Johnnie Walker, Zacapa, Ciroc, Crown Royal, Classic Single Malts just to name a few. In working with these great brands I educate and entertain the consumer and trade hosting dinners and events.

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  The Cedars Social

  Feb 2011 - Nov 2013

  Barman/ Proprietor

  We are the first cocktail bar in Dallas, TX. We focus in giving the best product possible from quality spirits and fresh ingredients to great service with a smile. The architecture is mid-century modern with one of the best views of downtown Dallas. Cedars Social was nominated for James Beard Best Beverage Program Semi-Finalist in 2013.

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  The Establishment

  Mar 2013 - Nov 2013

  Barman/ Proprietor
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  Misery Loves Company

  Jan 2014 - Sept 2022

  Founding Partner

  Misery Loves Company, LLC (“Misery Loves Co.”) is a concept development, management, and operations company focusing on the hospitality industry. Composed of a group of like-minded individuals that pride themselves on quality over quantity, MLC’s mission is to offer excellent food and beverages, while immersing themselves in the community and becoming an industry leader. MLC hopes to create a working platform to educate and grow talented individuals in bar, restaurant and hospitality industries. MLC was co-founded by Sal Jafar II (co-founder of Driftwood in Bishop Arts) and Michael Martensen (formerly of The Cedars Social and Smyth). The two became friends over the years and realized they had great synergies of ideas and concepts. MLC is the vessel to bring those synergies to life. Mostrar menos

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  Proof and Pantry

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2019

  Founder

  Proof + Pantry is a multi-faceted progressive American Bar/ Restaurant offering both simplicity and sophistication. Focused on serving clean flavors and impeccably sourced ingredients, drawing insight from seasonality and global cuisine. The drinks will include a collection of carefully selected spirits and wine that reflect dedication to quality, diversity and originality. Our atmosphere is interactive and engaging. The design is influenced by that of an industrial rustic pantry lined with shelving, rusted metals, distressed wood accents, and tile. It is designed to be comfortable and warm. We strive to offer excellent service built on consistency of experience and product. Proof and Pantry is named Best New Restaurants 2014 by Star-Telegram and Dallas Morning News, Best Cocktails 2015 from D Magazine. Proof and Pantry is operated by Misery Loves Company a hospitality management group based in Dallas, TX. Mostrar menos

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  Madrina

  Jul 2015 - Jan 2017

  Co Founder

  A restaurant inspired by French techniques with Mexican ingredients. A highly curated selections of brandies and agave based spirits. Madrina garners a number of accolades one being editors choice Best New Restaurant Dallas, TX 2016. Madrina is connected by Misery Loves Company a Dallas based hospitality management group.

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  Shoals

  Jun 2017 - Sept 2022

  Proprietor

  Shoals is a quaint bar located in the heart of Deep Ellum, Dallas. The bar focuses on Sound and Service. Inspired by the fine music from Muscle Shoals, AL. We play vinyl and all genre on music from the mid 1960's- mid 1970's. Cocktails offered are the classics. Service of course with a smile. Shoals look is mid century modern with a little "Nitty Gritty". Shoals accolades consist of Best New Bar 2017 in Dallas by D Magazine and Dallas Observer; Best of Big D Classic Cocktails by D Magazine 2018; Best Sandwich of Dallas Dallas Observer 2018. Mostrar menos

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  Fairmont Mayakoba

  Feb 2018 - Sept 2022

  Director Of Food And Beverage

  Manage a team of 420 talented food and beverage professionals in the heart of Mayakoba, Quintana Roo MX. Over saw the repositioning of food and beverage experiences including the re-concepting and managing a $42mill renovation by adding 9 new experiences. Restaurants consist of:- Tauro American Steakhouse featuring a dry age meat program, full raw-bar 100+ wines with a 30 seat martini bar and lounge service classic cocktails. - Hix Lobby Lounge, a refreshing oasis that has been a favorite spot of Mayakoba guests showcasing a beverage experience and menu complete with a live bar, modern sushi menu and snacks to share overlooking the Mayakoba canals. - Ki Beach bar and Korean Grill offering rum specialties during the day on the Mexi-Caribbean Sea and by night a unique dining option with personal grills, Korean inspired bites with your feet in the sand. - Maykana Beach Club including: - Cielo and rooftop lounge with cocktails and bottle service. - Gaia translated as Mother Earth a seafood centric restaurant with full market fish display. - Brisas open air bar and terraces with Mediterranean and meze bites. - Fuego a Mexican wood-fire restaurant with feet in the sand. - Laguna Mexican Restaurant with sprawling buffet for breakfast and at night dinner served over the canals on open air docks.- Esmerelda Cantina for Mexican spirits and beers served with comida de calle. - Bassano Trattoria featuring outdoor pizza oven with fresh pastas.- Cafe Maya for baked goods, coffee and gelatos.- Several pool and main beach operations including full service of food, beverages and cabanas.- In Room Dining creating a restaurant experience in the comfort of guest rooms.- A full banquet operations with 25,000sqft of meeting space creating experiences for incentive groups and weddings on the beach. Mostrar menos

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  Hospitality Purveyors Inc

  Sept 2022 - now

  Corporate Director Product Development and Food Beverage