Dependable Manager and Server. Successful at providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration and resolving issues with customers, waitstaff and management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Supervisor
Met Her At A Bar
04.2021 - Current
Lead Server at a high volume cafe
Floor Manager in charge of staff operations
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
Promoting a positive work environment through team work
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Cocktail Server
Ever Bar At The Kimpton Everly Hotel
11.2018 - 03.2020
Manage all tables and guest experiences throughout the hotel lobby bar
Expedite service-well drink orders
Contribute creativity to the seasonal “side car” cocktail menu additions
Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.
Built solid rapport with many frequent patrons to cultivate guest loyalty.
Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
Maximized sales of craft cocktails by thoroughly promoting to customers and maintaining great salesmanship.
Bartender/Server
Bar Verde
05.2018 - 12.2018
Specialized in craft cocktails and house classics
Domestic beer & wine program
Responsible for all prep procedures: garnish, cordials, fresh juices
Opening & closing bar procedures
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Operated efficiently in high-volume setting
Bartender
The Ponte
04.2015 - 05.2018
Bar Program by Ryan Wainwright
Specialize in classic and craft cocktails
Participate in monthly staff liquor and wine tastings with brand representatives
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift and taking inventory.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.