Jason Hackner is a highly experienced professional in the food and beverage business with more than 15 years of experience. Having worked in both intimate upscale restaurants and high volume nightclub environments, he is a skilled restaurant and bar server who displays attention to detail and charm in all his interactions. Jason's positive personality and industry knowledge have won him promotions into management roles over the years. His noteworthy achievements include serving as the President of Student Activities at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and being the Jeff award/After Dark Award winner for HELLO AGAIN at Bailiwick Theater, Chicago, IL. He was also the Grand Champion Vocalist at the Vortex/Chicago and a top vocal finalist at “Chicago Idol” in 2003/2004. Jason holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in music theatre and an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) from the University of Michigan.

Jason has worked at several renowned establishments during his career, including the Summit Room as a Head Server/Floor Supervisor, The Shrine as a Service Consultant/Floor Manager, and Trader Vic's as a Server Captain. He has also served as a server/manager at Barcellos, Baccala, and Sinibar, and as a bartender at Thyme Cafe and Sidetrack. Finally, as a karaoke DJ and special event producer at Jackalope Jacks, Jason has added more variety to his impressive skillset over time.