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Donavan Williams

Food and Beverage Manager at The Watergate Hotel
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Hospitality expert with event planning and management experience.
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Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, US
Languages
  • English -
Skills
  • Event Planning
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Public Speaking
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Donavan Williams is a seasoned hospitality professional with experience in event planning, management, and customer service. He has worked in various roles, including Food and Beverage Manager, Front of House Manager, and Assistant General Manager, and has co-founded his own consulting firm, BarCrafters Consulting. Williams holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Florida A&M University and has certifications in Agile Project Management, Restaurant Manager/Food & Beverage Manager, and ServSafe Manager.

Credentials

  • Agile Project Management
    Google
    Jan, 2024
    - Apr, 2026
  • Restaurant Manager/Food & Beverage Manager
    DC Government
    Jul, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • ServSafe Manager
    ServSafe Certified
    Apr, 2023
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • The Watergate Hotel
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    • Food and Beverage Manager
      • May 2024 - Present
      • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  • BarCrafters Consulting
    • United States
    • Co-Founder
      • Apr 2024 - Present
      • United States

      BarCrafters Consulting Services. A concept, an idea first formulated in 2021, BarCrafters brings over 20 years of bespoke bar and beverage experience to the table. Founders Sarah Rhinehart and Donavan Williams offer a unique approach to beverage consultation: no hidden fees; no extra weight. You receive exactly the experience you want. Whether you’re a bar owner in need of professional and proven experience, or looking to add an extra touch to your private event, BarCrafters is here to bring you a moment your guests will not soon forget.

  • KNEAD Hospitality + Design
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    • Front of House Manager
      • Mar 2023 - Apr 2024
      • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  • Mexicue
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    • Assistant General Manager
      • Sep 2022 - Mar 2023
      • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  • Hyatt House Herndon/Reston
    • United States
    • Food and Beverage Manager
      • Feb 2022 - Sep 2022
      • United States

  • Whitney Center
    • Hamden, Connecticut
    • Bar Manager & Dining Team Lead
      • Mar 2018 - Aug 2021
      • Hamden, Connecticut

  • Orange Cleaning Services
    • New Haven, CT
    • Executive Assistant
      • Nov 2015 - Feb 2018
      • New Haven, CT

      Direct support to C-Suite ExecutivesDelegating work orders to staffGenerating daily reports for payroll, HR, and other projects.

  • peapod.com
    • Ansonia, Connecticut
    • Delivery Driver
      • Apr 2013 - Nov 2015
      • Ansonia, Connecticut

      First point of contact with customersProvided information to new and prospective customers about company.

  • State of Illinois
    • Chicago, Illinois
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Feb 2010 - Mar 2012
      • Chicago, Illinois

      Provided support for various legal team membersMet with ligation parties to discuss files, and hearing transcriptsInput data into intranet based on documents received by litigants

  • Jewel Food Store
    • Deli Center & Courtesy Clerk
      • Dec 2008 - Feb 2010

      Maintaining Jewel and OSHA standards for deli area.

  • Greeley & Hansen
    • Human resources Intern
      • May 2006 - Nov 2006

      Data Processing and entering organizational information.Processed and maintained potential recruit information.

Education

  • 2008 - 2009
    Harry S. Truman College
    Associate's, Business
  • 2007 - 2008
    Florida A&M University
    Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

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