Drew Breen
General Manager
For Drew Breen, working in the restaurant business is the best job in the world. Being able to converse and build connections with guests is like hosting a daily dinner party in your home. As General Manager at CAMP, Drew is instrumental in handling the day-to-day responsibilities of the restaurant as well as working closely with their expansive beverage program to assure guests receive an exceptional dining experience.
Born and raised in Greenville, SC, Drew attended Wade Hampton High School and Greenville Technical College. His dad was sports editor for The Greenville News, and business editor of Greenville Journal and his mom, previously in textiles, still works as an HR director. Growing up and watching his parents navigate their occupations, he got a genuine appreciation for Greenville’s growth and development that has occurred over the last couple decades and for that he is grateful.
Drew’s initial job in the service industry was selling cigars. He found that understanding spirits and what people were drinking allowed him to maximize his selling ability in the humidor. It also motivated him to learn even more about wines and liquors which resulted in his first opportunity in a restaurant setting – bartending at The Peace Center’s pre-show lounge, Genevieve’s.
Several months later, he started as a server and bartender at Passerelle Bistro. He also worked at other Table 301 locations and eventually landed at Jianna full time when it opened in 2017. At Jianna, he worked his way up from Bar Lead to Key Hourly and finally, Manager. In 2017, he was named South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association’s (SCRLA) Bartender of the Year. He also tested and passed his Level 1 Sommelier certification and is working toward taking his Level 2 test. In January 2022, Drew returned to Table 301 and spent several months at Soby’s before eventually landing at CAMP.
When he’s not working, Drew likes to spend time with his family, including his wife, two young children and their dog, Smalls. He enjoys playing soccer, Disc Golf and being outdoors.