Wesley Bolton
Wine and Spirits Specialist at The Oceanaire Seafood Room- Claim this Profile
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Maxwell Irwin, MBA
Everything I could say about Wes would only be a testament to the type of professional he is. Not only is he a tremendous bartender with great passion, creativity, and energy; he is also a great leader. He commands the respect of those who work with him through is actions. He cares about his product and I would consider him an artist and master of his craft. He is knowledgeable and incredibly intelligent. Most importantly, he is trustworthy. I know if I step away from the floor or the bar he will continue to do the right thing when no one is around to know otherwise. Could not have anyone better manning our bar and leading our team.
Bart Brejcha
Wes always had a specific wit about him that made him a pleasure to work with. Both creative communications expert that remains oriented to creating a sales driven organization, Wes is capable and determined.
Maxwell Irwin, MBA
Everything I could say about Wes would only be a testament to the type of professional he is. Not only is he a tremendous bartender with great passion, creativity, and energy; he is also a great leader. He commands the respect of those who work with him through is actions. He cares about his product and I would consider him an artist and master of his craft. He is knowledgeable and incredibly intelligent. Most importantly, he is trustworthy. I know if I step away from the floor or the bar he will continue to do the right thing when no one is around to know otherwise. Could not have anyone better manning our bar and leading our team.
Bart Brejcha
Wes always had a specific wit about him that made him a pleasure to work with. Both creative communications expert that remains oriented to creating a sales driven organization, Wes is capable and determined.
Maxwell Irwin, MBA
Everything I could say about Wes would only be a testament to the type of professional he is. Not only is he a tremendous bartender with great passion, creativity, and energy; he is also a great leader. He commands the respect of those who work with him through is actions. He cares about his product and I would consider him an artist and master of his craft. He is knowledgeable and incredibly intelligent. Most importantly, he is trustworthy. I know if I step away from the floor or the bar he will continue to do the right thing when no one is around to know otherwise. Could not have anyone better manning our bar and leading our team.
Bart Brejcha
Wes always had a specific wit about him that made him a pleasure to work with. Both creative communications expert that remains oriented to creating a sales driven organization, Wes is capable and determined.
Maxwell Irwin, MBA
Everything I could say about Wes would only be a testament to the type of professional he is. Not only is he a tremendous bartender with great passion, creativity, and energy; he is also a great leader. He commands the respect of those who work with him through is actions. He cares about his product and I would consider him an artist and master of his craft. He is knowledgeable and incredibly intelligent. Most importantly, he is trustworthy. I know if I step away from the floor or the bar he will continue to do the right thing when no one is around to know otherwise. Could not have anyone better manning our bar and leading our team.
Bart Brejcha
Wes always had a specific wit about him that made him a pleasure to work with. Both creative communications expert that remains oriented to creating a sales driven organization, Wes is capable and determined.
Experience
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The Oceanaire Seafood Room
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Restaurants
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100 - 200 Employee
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Wine and Spirits Specialist
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Oct 2017 - Present
Already becoming a favorite among guests delivering a superb experience with great attention to detail and competitive beverage knowledge. Already becoming a favorite among guests delivering a superb experience with great attention to detail and competitive beverage knowledge.
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Conrad Chicago
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Bartender & Inventory Manager
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Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
At Baptiste & Bottle located on the 20th floor the luxurious Conrad Hotel, I assist Beverage Director in creating cocktails and selecting brands for the menu. I am a craft bartender and wine/spirits specialist. At Baptiste & Bottle located on the 20th floor the luxurious Conrad Hotel, I assist Beverage Director in creating cocktails and selecting brands for the menu. I am a craft bartender and wine/spirits specialist.
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LH Rooftop/London House Hotel
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Greater Chicago Area
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Seasonal Lead Bartender/Rooftop
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May 2016 - Sep 2016
I participated in the one of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2016. I acted as lead bartender on the LH rooftop throughout the summer which became one of the busiest roofs in Chicago. I worked to enhance guest relations with organic and genuine hospitality. I participated in the one of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2016. I acted as lead bartender on the LH rooftop throughout the summer which became one of the busiest roofs in Chicago. I worked to enhance guest relations with organic and genuine hospitality.
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CH Distillery
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United States
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Distilleries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Brand Ambassador/Mixologist
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Jun 2015 - Dec 2015
I engaged with guests/consumers to promote brand and increase retail sales while building delicious cocktails. I hosted promotional events at the distillery and off property. I created unique bitters, Amari, and other ingredients to mix with main CH spirits. I engaged with guests/consumers to promote brand and increase retail sales while building delicious cocktails. I hosted promotional events at the distillery and off property. I created unique bitters, Amari, and other ingredients to mix with main CH spirits.
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ZED451
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United States
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Restaurants
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1 - 100 Employee
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Bartender
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May 2014 - Oct 2015
I utilized fresh ingredients and created custom cocktails in my first high traffic rooftop bar. I utilized fresh ingredients and created custom cocktails in my first high traffic rooftop bar.
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Event Creative
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United States
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Manager/technician
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Jan 2012 - Jul 2014
I helped set up high-end events throughout Chicagoland and worked as part of a team. I aided in coordination with event director and assisted with video, lighting and electrical. I would help manage the events doing correspondence between technician, hosts, director and entertainment. I helped set up high-end events throughout Chicagoland and worked as part of a team. I aided in coordination with event director and assisted with video, lighting and electrical. I would help manage the events doing correspondence between technician, hosts, director and entertainment.
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Nebbia
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902 N. California
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Business Development/Public Relations
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Nov 2012 - Aug 2013
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160 Blue
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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Server/Sommelier
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Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
I created superb guest experiences by executing great attention to detail. I supported Beverage Director as assistant lead sommelier. I created superb guest experiences by executing great attention to detail. I supported Beverage Director as assistant lead sommelier.
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Public Relations Coordinator
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Sep 2008 - Jan 2010
Increase brand awareness through coordination and execution of promotional events. I managed inventory and organized products for promotional purposes. Increase brand awareness through coordination and execution of promotional events. I managed inventory and organized products for promotional purposes.
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The Blackstone Reserve
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Kenwood, California (Sonoma)
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Winemaking Intern
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Sep 2008 - Dec 2008
I assisted winemaker Gary Sitton with day to day tasks at the winery and worked as a cellar rat post during and post harvest. I assisted winemaker Gary Sitton with day to day tasks at the winery and worked as a cellar rat post during and post harvest.
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Design Engine
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United States
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Design
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales Communication Manager
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Feb 2004 - Feb 2006
Assisted the Design Engine Training staff with sales, marketing and promotions. Made calls to customers and past students. Created Marketing materials for Government Funded training classes. Assisted the Design Engine Training staff with sales, marketing and promotions. Made calls to customers and past students. Created Marketing materials for Government Funded training classes.
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Education
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Columbia College Chicago
BA, Marketing Communications/PR