Chris Balchum

Orientation Team Manager at Qwick

Christopher Balchum is an experienced professional in the hospitality industry, currently serving as the Orientation Team Manager at Qwick since October 2021, where responsibilities include overseeing the vetting process of Professionals on the platform. Prior to this role, Christopher was the Operations Manager and Bar Manager at Fellow Osteria from February 2020 to September 2021, where efforts focused on creating a vibrant cocktail menu and ensuring safety and sales recovery post-lockdown. Christopher also held the position of Bar Manager at CATANIA LA JOLLA LLC from February 2016 to February 2020, collaborating closely with culinary teams to develop a innovative cocktail menu, and gained early experience as Bar Manager and Bartender at Park Restaurant and Bar from March 2012 to August 2014. Christopher holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Emerson College, earned from 2006 to 2010.

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Phoenix, United States

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Qwick

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Qwick is the professional platform at the heart of the hospitality industry that matches experienced food and beverage freelancers with shifts in real-time. Dedicated to serving those who serve us, Qwick empowers businesses to fill shifts and staff flexibly, while freelancers enjoy the freedom to make their own schedules and get paid the same day. As a growth-stage tech company, Qwick is rapidly expanding across the country and serves as a hospitality industry through-line. Qwick has earned multiple national recognitions, including “Great Place to Work” certification for two consecutive years, and is the 32nd fastest-growing company in the U.S. on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list.


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