Maddox Rye
Wausau, Wi,WI
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Denmar
Wausau, Wi, WI
05.2024 - Current
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Monitored customer drink levels and suggested additional drink purchases at appropriate times to boost sales.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Communicated with security staff to de-escalate customer conflicts and remove customers if necessary.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Warehouse Worker
Menards distribution center
Eau Claire , WI
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
Warehouse Assistant
Priceless building center
Wausau, Wi, WI
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered or routed materials to departments using handtruck, conveyor or sorting bins.
- Coordinated with the shipping department to schedule pick-ups and deliveries.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Verified stock inventory levels and maintained records of items shipped and received.
- Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
- Maintained a clean work area in the warehouse, keeping it free from dust and dirt.
- Conducted timely and accurate inventory counts to maintain current supply records and facilitate smooth ordering.
- Counted different types of merchandise to comply with inventory control tag requirements.
- Assisted with unloading trucks using appropriate equipment as needed.
Lube Technician
Brickners of wausau
Wausau, Wi, WI
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Reported any mechanical issues found during inspection to the supervisor immediately.
- Checked fluids and maintenance-related parts and topped off or replaced.
- Assisted in ordering parts from suppliers when required.
- Kept shop area neat and clean by removing debris and safely disposing of used oil.
- Checked tire pressure and performed tire repairs, installations and maintenance tasks.
- Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
- Performed oil changes and lubrication services on a variety of vehicles.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Documented work performed on repair orders, submitting reports to supervisor for implementation into corporate system.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Educated customers about preventive maintenance services available to them.
- Recognized safety hazards while working with tools and machinery in order to avoid injury or property damage.
- Rotated tires and checked brakes on vehicles.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner upon arrival at the service station.
- Ensured that all tools were properly stored after use in order to maintain a clean working environment.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Inspected fluid level for steering gear, power steering reservoir, transmission, rear axle housings and shackles.
- Installed batteries, shock absorbers and exhaust systems.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay up-to-date with industry standards.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Disposed of used oil containers in accordance with local regulations.
- Installed new windshield wiper blades and checked tire pressure.
- Demonstrated excellent problem solving skills when dealing with difficult situations.
- Followed all safety protocols related to handling hazardous materials such as oils, fuels and cleaning agents.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
Associate
Gomez roofing llc
Wausau, Wi, WI
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Trained new associates on operations
- Operated tools and equipment
- Power tools training
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, Wi05-2027
Skills
- Safe service compliance
- Health codes compliance
- Mixology
- Bar restocking
- Basic accounting
- Menu memorization
- Performance improvement
- Alcohol awareness
- Handling difficult customers
- Clear and effective communication
- Excellent judgment
- Salesmanship
- Inventory
- Identification verification
- Customer service
- Courteous
- Sales expertise
- Team player attitude
- Memory retention
- Ordering procedures
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Patience and tolerance
- Worksite safety
- Materials transportation
- General labor
- Residential construction
- Equipment operations
- Air compressor use
- Safety compliance
- Following instructions
- Equipment inspections
- Proficient with [equipment]
Timeline
Bartender
Denmar
05.2024 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Menards distribution center
09.2023 - 05.2024
Warehouse Assistant
Priceless building center
04.2023 - 08.2023
Lube Technician
Brickners of wausau
09.2019 - 04.2023
Associate
Gomez roofing llc
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point