Riley Degning
Waterdown,ON
Summary
Dependable server/bartender knowledgeable about numerous drink options and strategies for boosting business profits with optimal cost control and service approaches. Service-oriented team player with organizational and multitasking abilities to handle fast-paced environments. Independently solve routine customer issues to promote bar loyalty.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Supervisor
Bracebridge Barrelhouse
10.2021 - 11.2024
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Front of House Manager/Server
Tobemory Brewing Company
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Created and distributed staff schedules and maintained time cards to facilitate efficient payroll process.
- Drove excellent customer service through coaching, role modeling and incorporating customer feedback to reinforce and improve quality of service.
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
Lead Bartender/Server
Masa's Bar And Grill
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers
- Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings
- Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay
- Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 300 customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele
Lead Bartender/Server
Lakeside Seafood & Grill
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Designed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Orchestrated numerous social functions, including private parties, business meetings and formal engagements.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Jean Vanier Catholic High School
Collingwood, ON, Canada2015
Skills
- Cocktail preparations
- Ontario Smart serve
- Certified food handling and safety
- Energetic
- Committed team player
- Technologically inclined
- Self-Motivated
- Great problem solver
- Thrives in fast paced environments
- Quick leaner
- Punctual and reliable
- Organized and efficient server
- Up-selling capability
- Bottle service
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Server/Supervisor
Bracebridge Barrelhouse
10.2021 - 11.2024
Front of House Manager/Server
Tobemory Brewing Company
05.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Bartender/Server
Lakeside Seafood & Grill
06.2020 - 11.2020
Lead Bartender/Server
Masa's Bar And Grill
12.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Jean Vanier Catholic High School
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