Hardworking Bartender seeking employment at National 10th. Experienced in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding the highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Work History
Bartender
Andrew Ocasion
Calgary, AB
04.2023 - Current
Managed high-volume orders during peak hours, serving an average of 70+ customer per night while maintaining a 98% satisfaction rate.
Warmly welcomed guests with a smile ensuring they were promptly served.
Mixed, Garnished, and served over 100 different non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks every day.
Managed daily sales of over $2,000, maintaining 100% accuracy in opening and closing tabs.
Maintained a 95% stock level through efficient inventory management and timely restocking.
Increased nightly sales by 10% through effective upselling and promotion of drink specials.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Maintained a clean and organized bar area by constantly wiping down surfaces, loading and unloading dishes, and replenishing fresh ingredients.
Coordinated with team to maintain a safe environment by regulating alcohol consumption and de-escalating conflict.
Manager
Elaine Robson
Errington, BC
07.2016 - 11.2022
Trained and managed a team of 1-3+ employees, leading to improved efficiency and productivity by teaching skills such as upselling, excellent customer service, cash handling and store layout.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Handled large group bookings.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Seasonal Tree Planter
Owen Mathison
Prince George, BC / Remote Locations
05.2020 - 05.2021
Demonstrated physical stamina and ability to work long hours in various weather conditions.
Maintained strong attention to detail and displayed care for the quality of work.
Transported trees in boxes to carry to planting sites.
Planted seedling trees to harvested timberlands to accomplish reforestation goals.
Worked effectively as part of a team and contributed to a positive team culture.
Proved excellent time management skills and knowledge to prioritize tasks effectively.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to new challenges.
Operated controls for hydraulic valves of planting machines to support placement and formation of trees.
Education
Certificate - Bartending
Nimble High-Performance Bartending School
Victoria, BC
07.2022
High School Diploma -
École Ballenas Secondary
Parksville, BC
06.2020
Skills
Beverage Preparation
Food Service
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Capable of Performing Long Workdays
Quality-Hard-Worker
Basic Accounting
Payment Processing
Suggestive Selling
Wine, Craft Beer and Spirit Knowledge
Complex Problem-Solving
Abroad Volunteer Experience
Bartending at T5 hostel (Through Worldpackers) / Romania 2022/09/01-2022/10/11
"Fabienne was a fab volunteer, displaying a high level of responsibility and commitment throughout. She would often help others, and became a central part of the staff team during her stay" - Rob Lever (the owner of T5)
Assisted my Dad in his Humanitarian-Based Beach Lodge in Jiquilillo, Nicaragua, Monty's Beach Lodge from 2007-2019
Various projects initiated by Monty's Beach Lodge:
"Villa Nueva Esperanza" Building houses for the community.
Jiquilillo Free Medical Clinic
Monty's Turtle Releasing Hatchery
Bottle School (made entirely from plastic bottles filled with sand)