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Zhenya Kampanets

Managing Partner and Principal Bartender
Brooklyn, NY
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zhenyakampanets@gmail.com
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1.347.729.9531
Industry professional with 10+ years experience tending, managing and owning bars.
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Work Experience

Livingston Manor

Partner
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Dec 2014 - Current

A Catskills -inspired bar with the emphasis on creative cocktails, local beers and spirits and great service.

  • Collaborated with partners to conceptualize, design and establish the bar.
  • Set up bar infrastructure: music, computers and appliances.
  • Established business strategy and oversee all daily operations.
  • Streamlined processes, improving service and increasing sales.
  • Maintain a seasonally updated wine program and cocktail menu.

The Crown Inn

Managing partner & principal bartender
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Nov 2012 - Current

Neighborhood staple with a closely-knit family of regulars and bartenders.

  • Oversee daily operations, including hiring, payroll and personnel.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, producers, etc.
  • Schedule and conduct regular staff meetings.
  • Facilitate regular educational opportunities for staff.
  • Manage inventory through order placement and delivery supervision.

Soda Bar

Bartender
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Jan 2010 - Oct 2012

High-volume local dive bar and music venue with a small food menu, seasonal beers and many devoted regulars.

Education

The New School

BA Art History, Criticism and Writing
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Sep 2010 - May 2012

Belarusian State University, Faculty of Philology

AA English
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Sep 2002 - Sep 2004

Skills

  • Keen attention to detail, process and quality.
  • Capable of managing crises with humility and grace.
  • Comfortable in high stress/rapid change environments.
  • Able to quickly prioritize situations and delegate responsibilities .
  • In-depth knowledge of and experience in all bar and restaurant roles.
  • Entrepreneurial attitude with solutions based approach.
  • A fast learner, curious and passionate about the industry.