Ray-lee Grainger
Victoria,BC
Summary
Reliable employee seeking full time position in the fine dining industry. Currently working as the lead bartender at Il Covo Trattoria in Downtown Victoria. Providing experienced knowledge of wines and spirits and the creation of a new weekly feature cocktail. Team oriented leader with clear communication and support. When hired, there is high motivation to learn the new environment quickly. With an engaging personality and flexible approach, the main goal is to be an asset to the team. My goals over the next few years is to continue working as a service professional in a work place where there is room to grow. Past work history in the fine dining and resort industry has set a foundation of high standards and work ethic in a fast paced and controlled environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender
Il Covo Trattoria
03.2023 - Current
- Promoted excellent service to guests
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for weekly and seasonal offerings.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
Server/Bartender/Banquet
Royal Colwood Golf And Country Club
01.2021 - Current
- Quickly learned each members specific needs to improve engagement and efficiency
- Arranged and prepared banquets to offer memorable experiences to guests and members
Server
SolFineFoods
12.2020 - 10.2021
Jr Server/ in Room Dining
Sparkling Hill Resort
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Service for private dining guests with specially prepared food and beverage with various cleanse and health and wellness packages
- Kept flow of restaurant by helping in other areas such as training new hostesses, expediting, and food running
Independent Living Assistant
Amber Peebles
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Offered immediate assistance in case of emergency
- Helped Amber carry out her personal tasks such as eating, dressing, grocery shopping, and wheel chair assistance
Education
Real Estate License - Real Estate
UBC School of Sauder
Vancouver, BC10.2024
Associate of Arts -
Okanagan College - Vernon Campus
BCHigh School Diploma -
Clarence Fulton Secondary
Vernon, BC06.2017
Skills
- High-Energy and Stamina
- Warm and Friendly
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Client Targeting
- Issue Response and Resolution
Certification
- Serving It Right Certification
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Il Covo Trattoria
03.2023 - Current
Server/Bartender/Banquet
Royal Colwood Golf And Country Club
01.2021 - Current
Server
SolFineFoods
12.2020 - 10.2021
Jr Server/ in Room Dining
Sparkling Hill Resort
09.2020 - 12.2020
Independent Living Assistant
Amber Peebles
01.2020 - 02.2020
Real Estate License - Real Estate
UBC School of Sauder
Associate of Arts -
Okanagan College - Vernon Campus
High School Diploma -
Clarence Fulton Secondary
- Serving It Right Certification
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