Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/Server
Cravins Chill & Grill
11.2022 - Current
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekend
Participated in catering successful special events such as weddings, bridal showers, birthday celebrations
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
SERVER/BARTENDER
Lola's Lounge
05.2022 - 09.2022
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Table-side wine service
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
SERVER/BARTENDER
Midtown Tap & Grill
01.2020 - 04.2022
Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
Recruited and trained new bartenders and servers to help maintain talented team.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Writing and enforcing daily checklists
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
BARTENDER/MANAGER
Lizards Bar & Grill
11.2016 - 01.2020
Worked flawlessly with other managers in booking and payment of weekend entertainment
Overseeing, confirming, approving and resolving server cash outs daily.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
Fast paced bar service, food service and expediting
Extensive food and drink menu knowledge.
Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.