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Michael McKay

Nashville

Summary

Current Assistant General Manager of Pete's Dueling Piano Bar of Nashville, Tennessee. Brought up originally in the Rosemont - Chicago chapter of Pete's, that also included a Tiki island-cocktail bar. I'm an absolute firecracker bartender, staff leader, people-person, and adventurer.

I have a deep history of hard work. I graduated high school with the top of my class, being a football captain, newspaper editor, and homecoming king. I've dabbled in many working fields, including carpentry, cooking, animal care, bar industry, and auto industry. I also play guitar and sing. I compete in Spartan racing: long distance obstacle courses in tough outdoor environments. I'm also a proud dog dad!

I'm an all-around rockstar and best friend. I look forward to working with you!

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
Nashville
02.2025 - Current
  • Participated in creating promotional materials for events and campaigns.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
  • Managed daily operations of the store, including scheduling and supervising staff.
  • Managed store cash intake with high accuracy and prepared daily bank deposits.
  • Prepared weekly schedules for staff members based on their availability.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for new stock as needed.
  • Assisted in managing daily operations and staff scheduling.
  • Supported training and onboarding of new team members.
  • Coordinated inventory management and supply orders.
  • Communicated with vendors to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Helped maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Monitored customer feedback to enhance service quality.
  • Organized team meetings to discuss goals and strategies.

Lead Bartender + Assistant Manager

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar + Pete's TikiTiki
Rosemont
08.2022 - 02.2025
  • Crafted complex cocktails, and assembled new drink menus.
  • Managed bar inventory and restocked supplies to maintain service efficiency.
  • Engaged customers with friendly service, enhancing their overall experience.
  • Developed seasonal drink menus based on current trends and customer preferences.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
  • Met customer, business operations, and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
  • Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.

Festival Coordinator

Glunz Distribution, German Fest Chicago
Lincoln Square - Chicago
05.2017 - 09.2024
  • Oversaw on-site operations to ensure smooth execution of festival activities.
  • Assembled keg systems and built bar stations.
  • Worked with local vendors to coordinate sales and marketing

Animal Caregiver

Wright-Way Rescue
Morton Grove
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided daily care for various animals in shelter environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of animal habitats and feeding areas.
  • Monitored animal health and reported concerns to veterinary staff.
  • Assisted with adoption processes and met potential pet owners.
  • Communicated with volunteers to coordinate care activities effectively.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving injured or ill animals.
  • Performed basic obedience training with dogs to improve their adoptability.
  • Ensured all animals had adequate food, water, bedding, toys, and other supplies.
  • Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness of animal welfare issues.

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
Niles
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Loaded and unloaded packages with precision and care.
  • Sorted packages by size and destination for efficient processing.
  • Operated material handling equipment safely and effectively.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.

Detailer and Porter

Hi-Tech Auto Body of Skokie
Skokie
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Prepared vehicles for detailing by washing, waxing, and polishing surfaces.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify areas needing attention or repair before detailing.
  • Operated specialized tools for interior and exterior cleaning and restoration.
  • Cleaned and detailed vehicle interiors, including vacuuming carpets, cleaning upholstery, and wiping down all surfaces.
  • Cleaned wheels and tires with special cleaning solutions.
  • Applied waxes, sealants, dressings, and other protective materials to preserve the finish on vehicles.

Kitchen Cook

Mariano's
Northbrook
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Prepared ingredients and meals according to established recipes and standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
  • Monitored food quality and freshness, discarding items as necessary.
  • Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, and fryers efficiently.
  • Followed health and safety standards when handling food items.
  • Adhered to sanitation regulations when cleaning kitchen surfaces, utensils and equipment.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared quickly while still maintaining high quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Niles West High School
Skokie, IL
05-2019

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Event coordination
  • Staff scheduling
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Employee relations
  • Menu development
  • Team leadership strength
  • Absolute workhorse
  • The funniest and coolest dude you will ever meet

Languages

German
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Illinois CSL-Conference Athlete Scholarship
  • Niles West High School - Mike Basrak Award

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
02.2025 - Current

Lead Bartender + Assistant Manager

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar + Pete's TikiTiki
08.2022 - 02.2025

Animal Caregiver

Wright-Way Rescue
02.2022 - 11.2022

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
08.2019 - 05.2022

Kitchen Cook

Mariano's
11.2018 - 03.2019

Detailer and Porter

Hi-Tech Auto Body of Skokie
05.2018 - 10.2019

Festival Coordinator

Glunz Distribution, German Fest Chicago
05.2017 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Niles West High School

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