Kris Swenson

Experience

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  Columbia University

  Dec 2006 - Dec 2009

  Marine Researcher/ Lab Manager
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  TGI Fridays

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  Bartender
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  TGI Fridays

  Apr 2014 - Aug 2018

  Operations lead for all integration and execution components of the Bar and Beverage strategy, partnering with the Director of Bar and Beverage and VP of Concept Development on implementation and operational integration. Hiring, Scheduling, and Training Bartenders to be Competent and ConfidentOrdering and Receiving Liquor, Beer, and Wine Performing LBW counts on a daily/weekly basisPlanning, coordinating, and energizing great promotions in the restaurant and bar, including DJ and Bar Flair Competitions.

  • Bar and Beverage Operations Manager

    May 2016 - Aug 2018

  • Bar Manager

    Oct 2014 - May 2016

  • Bar Manager

    Apr 2014 - Oct 2014
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  TGI Fridays

  Nov 2018 - Nov 2023

  • General Manager

    Dec 2019 - Nov 2023

  • Front Of House Manager

    Feb 2019 - Dec 2019

  • Kitchen Manager

    Nov 2018 - Dec 2019
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  Rosa Mexicano Restaurants

  Jan 2024 - Oct 2024

  General Manager
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  Forty Carrots at Bloomingdales

  Oct 2024 - now

  Restaurant Manager

  Restaurant Manager responsible for day to day operations of the restaurant and cafe.