Alexander Zink

Hospitality, Restaurant, Food & Beverage. Founding Partner of Petite Cerise | The Dabney | The Dabney Cellar | Washington City Hospitality.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

About

With extensive experience across all aspects of the hospitality and retail industry, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of both front-of-house and back- of-house operations, restaurant creation, brand recognition, management, operations, and sales. I take pride in driving efficiency, fostering team collaboration, new technology implementation, training, and delivering high-quality guest and customer satisfaction.

Experience

  • Business Owner & Director of Operations at The Dabney

    • Managed daily operations of a Michelin Guide Awarded restaurant, overseeing bookkeeping, staff training, and food & beverage creation. • Developed marketing strategies through social media, email campaigns, and events to build customer relationships. • Negotiated contracts with landlords, lenders, and vendors to ensure smooth operations. • Implemented new restaurant technology systems for improved efficiency.

  • Business Owner & Director of Operations at Petite Cerise

    • Managed daily operations of a Michelin Guide Awarded restaurant, overseeing bookkeeping, staff training, and food & beverage creation. • Developed marketing strategies through social media, email campaigns, and events to build customer relationships. • Negotiated contracts with landlords, lenders, and vendors to ensure smooth operations. • Implemented new restaurant technology systems for improved efficiency.

  • Sommelier at McCrady's Restaurant

  • Manager - Sotheby's Wine at Sotheby's