Sam Benedict
Memphis
Summary
Over the past decade, I've worked in various restaurants, bars, and breweries, honing skills in teamwork, multitasking, and customer service. I'm eager to continue growing and applying these skills in my future career.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Sales
Flyway/High Cotton Brewing
05.2024 - Current
- Was promoted from brewer to head of sales during the merger of Flyway and High Cotton Brewing
- I oversee big picture and day-to-day sales
- I visit all accounts off premise/on premise accounts
- I strive to have them carry our products as well as creating a string relationship with the buyer
- I organize all events and sponsorships that happen outside of the brewery
- My territory includes the greater Memphis, TN area, Nashville, TN, Northern Mississippi, and Eastern Arkansas
- I am also the point of contact for all distributors in the listed territories
- I have also maintained a supervisor role with the brewery itself. It was my responsibility during the merger to keep the brewery running as well as hiring and training new staff
Assistant Brewer
High Cotton Brewing
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Since this brewery was a smaller operation, I became proficient in all aspects of brewing. This includes cellaring, brewing, cleaning, and production. I had a hand in all beers from grain to glass
- I also designed recipes for original beers as well as building upon long standing recipes
Bartender/Event Coordinator
Grind City Brewing
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Learned a vast knowledge of beers and the brewing process
- In addition to bartending, I was promoted to lead event bartender where my responsibilities included managing staff, organizing events, and representing the brand
Server
The FEED co. Table & Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Achieved highest sales among serving staff throughout the duration of my employment there
- Required an extensive knowledge of food and prep styles for daily specials
Bartender
Universal Joint
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Responsible for sections that included 10 tables
- Handled stocking of alcohol for bar
- Worked in a fast-paced environment that valued teamwork
Lead Bartender
Mellow Mushroom
10.2017 - 06.2020
- I participated in bar management and alcohol sales relations
- Handled 25-person bar that included 10 tables
- Weighed kegs and took inventory on a weekly basis
Front of House Manager, Server, and Host
Tony’s Pasta Shoppe
01.2015 - 01.2019
- I participated in bar management and alcohol sales relations
- Promoted to Front of House Manager where my responsibilities included supply management, staff supervision, and customer relations
Education
BBA - Supply Chain Management
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2025
Skills
- Key account growth
- Territory management
- Relationship building
- Analytical problem solver
- Sales planning
- Sales reporting
- Business development and planning
- Market research
- Goal setting
- Account management
- Positive and upbeat
- Rapport and relationship building
Timeline
Head of Sales
Flyway/High Cotton Brewing
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Brewer
High Cotton Brewing
06.2023 - 05.2024
Bartender/Event Coordinator
Grind City Brewing
06.2021 - 06.2023
Server
The FEED co. Table & Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bartender
Universal Joint
06.2018 - 09.2020
Lead Bartender
Mellow Mushroom
10.2017 - 06.2020
Front of House Manager, Server, and Host
Tony’s Pasta Shoppe
01.2015 - 01.2019
BBA - Supply Chain Management
University of Memphis
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