Jason Forgie
Toronto,CA
Summary
Experienced server bartender with a proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service and crafting high-quality beverages in fast-paced environments. Proficient in mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks with precision while maintaining a strong knowledge of cocktail recipes and menu items. Skilled in multitasking, accurately handling transactions, and fostering positive customer relationships. Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented setting. Committed to upholding cleanliness standards, ensuring guest satisfaction, and contributing to a vibrant dining atmosphere.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Capable multitasker who thrives in high pressure.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Maintained relationships with regular guests.
- Maintained clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Voted Best Bartender in 2021, Keg Oscars Event
Server
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
06.2017 - 12.2023
- Accurate knowledge of both food and beverage menu items.
- Proper introduction and steps of service experience.
- Ability to serve 4+ tables comfortably and efficiently.
- Set a positive tone for the entire dining experience as the first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Helped maintain corporate image/culture at The Keg
Service Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Server
CIBO Wine Bar
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Menu Knowledge: Demonstrated familiarity with different pasta types, sauces, and ingredients used in pasta dishes offered on the menu.
- POS Systems: Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems for order entry, processing payments, and generating guest checks. (Aloha)
Server
Kellys Landing
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Apart of the opening team for the restaurant.
Barback
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
- Ensure that the bartender has everything they need during service to keep everything running smoothly.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Voted Best Barback in 2017, Keg Oscars Event
Busser
Jack Astors
06.2010 - 07.2011
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Skills
- Energetic bartender with a great customer service record serving drinks in casual and fine dining establishments.
- Great interpersonal skills
- Adept with handling stressful and unpleasant situations with courtesy and professionalism.
- Capable multitasker who thrives in high-pressure working environments.
- I have also worked as an expeditor, a dishwasher, food prep, and all front-of-house positions.
- Ability to assess guest demeanor to ensure a quality dining experience as well as identify potential problems.
- Anticipating clients needs.
- Team player, Overall nice guy to be around.
Certification
Smart Serve Certification
Health and Safety Certified
Timeline
Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
01.2019 - 12.2023
Server
CIBO Wine Bar
10.2018 - 02.2019
Service Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
08.2018 - 09.2019
Server
Kellys Landing
08.2017 - 11.2017
Server
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
06.2017 - 12.2023
Barback
The Keg Steakhouse And Bar
02.2015 - 06.2017
Busser
Jack Astors
06.2010 - 07.2011
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