Victoria Waddington
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Experienced bartender and server of over 6 years with experience in large-scale establishments and intimate settings. Able to generate high revenue while maintaining ease in workflow and genuine hospitality. Committed to going above and beyond to provide an excellent guest experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, Server
Bagheera - The Blind Tiger Hospitality Ltd.
09.2023 - Current
- Mixed specialty and classic cocktails on busy service evenings while simultaneously serving tables and taking orders in the restaurant
- Enhanced guest experience by recommending exclusive cocktails and creating a pleasant atmosphere through sincere hospitality
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting to varying needs of guests and clients.
Bartender
The Living Room, The Basement @ Hotel Belmont
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Served to high end cliental and busy late night crowds, focusing on unique in-house and classic cocktail creations, beers on tap and quality food service.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Organized bar inventory to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Nightclub Bartender
Cambie Bar and Grill
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Served high customer volumes on busy Friday and Saturday nights, generating high nightly revenue (upwards of $3500 per shift).
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Lead Bartender, Server
Pier 7 Restaurant and Bar
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Mixed unique cocktails for the restaurant while simultaneously engaging guests and serving tables.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing branding and increase profits.
- Cultivated relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shifts, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Skills
- Experienced in high-volume environments, casual bar & cocktail lounge settings
- Cocktail, liquor and beer knowledge
- Table service, wine service, suggestive selling
- Highly organized, emphasizing an impeccably clean workspace
- Warm, friendly and outgoing demeanor
- Ability to take the lead when necessary, proficient in training others
- Comfortable in fast-paced environments
- Knowledge in POS Operations
- Bar Operations and Logistics
- Inventory Management
Additional Information
- Certified Herbalist, 2023 - Present
- Professional DJ, 2021 - Present
Additional experience upon request.
Timeline
Bartender, Server
Bagheera - The Blind Tiger Hospitality Ltd.
09.2023 - Current
Bartender
The Living Room, The Basement @ Hotel Belmont
09.2021 - 10.2022
Nightclub Bartender
Cambie Bar and Grill
09.2018 - 08.2019
Lead Bartender, Server
Pier 7 Restaurant and Bar
08.2017 - 09.2018
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