My background in social work motivates me to move with compassion and warmth when interacting with guests. I strayed from my field when I began to explore work in hospitality. Bartending took my passion to the next level. For the last year and a half I've dedicated myself to my craft.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Berkeley North
07.2022 - Current
Is a keyholder, prepares daily reports, leads pre-shift
Trains bartenders and servers, emphasis on high service standards, attention to detail
Makes all orders for the bar, records weekly and monthly inventory
Minimizes labor costs adjusts start times according to daily needs
Collaborated with industry leaders, highlighting bar program; custom cocktails and wine pairings. Chef Ian -Pearl Morsiette, Chef Fady -Ostira, MERK Snack Bar, Chef James -Berkeley North
Creates custom beverages for private events
Independently created two complete beverage menus; beer, wine, cocktails, spirit-free, juice program, kombucha program
Passionately upholds company culture and values
Intensive Case Manger
YWCA Hamilton
04.2022 - 12.2022
Collaborated with clients to develop comprehensive case management plans; short term and long term goals, monthly check-ins
Improved and implemented new administrative procedures to better support clients
Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal, immigration and health care services to progress process
Connected to network of physicians, social workers, and immigration workers to manage care plans
Documented patient interactions in electronic charting systems
Prepared discharge plans to transition clients out of program
Identified safety risks and developed safety plans
Responded to physical and mental health emergencies using CPR and de-escalation training
Utilized trauma-informed approach in client care
Server
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
10.2021 - 01.2022
Identified guest needs, mindful of cultural traditions regarding hospitality
Cultivated warm relationships with guests, romanticized the winter wonderland experience
Intently manicured tables, attention to detail, high end service standards,
Knowledgeable in wine service customs
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Assisted Jr. servers and bartenders, and hosts during downtime to ensure more efficient service