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Devon Wicks

Meredith,VIC

Summary

Organised and dedicated Bartender with proven track record of providing exceptional personalised customer service in fast-paced, high-demand environments. Offering strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, competing tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments while actively picking up new skill opportunities along the way.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Meredith Hotel
Meredith, VIC
03.2024 - Current

Preparation of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, management of bar appearance and patrons, sanitisation of bar equipment and surfaces, relay food orders for bistro, processing payments

  • Strictly adhered to State Liquor Licensing regulations such as age and inebriation restrictions and bar management responsibilities
  • Upkeep of appearance and organisation of inventory of liquor, beer, wine and other bar essentials
  • Efficiently prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to venue standards of mixology and customer satisfaction
  • Excellent personalised customer service and ability to resolve disorderly or aggravated customer complaints with professionalism
  • Appropriately managed bar area and patrons as head bartender regularly with minimal to no supervision during shifts

Administrative Assistant

Mana/A2B Painters
Geelong, VIC
03.2021 - 05.2023

General Duties;

Ensuring open-lines of communication of all principle contractors, invoicing and quoting to principle contractors, filing and recording day-to-day running data

  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, actively communicating concerns effectively, and building strong relationships with companies such as TDV, Plan Group and Urban Group
  • Optimized calendar management for directors and sub-contractors by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Streamlined quotes and invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment and receivals of/from contractors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
  • Facilitated toolbox meetings by organising regular ensembles, encouraging team motivation of job progress and upkeep of safety procedures on site

Customer Service

The Boyz
Portarlington
11.2018 - 02.2022

General Duties;

Placement of food and beverage orders, Front of house service involving phone and register orders, training of food and front of house staff, maintaining cleanliness of work stations, ordering and organising inventory

  • Answered customers' questions amiably and providing exceptional customer service to cultivate loyalty and satisfaction
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Maintained in-store presence to provide excellent customer service.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues and complaints.
  • Ensured reliable, enthusiastic and personalized customer service for all clients despite arising conflict.
  • Immediately brought critical issues to manager for resolution.


Education

RSG Certificate
07-2024

RSA Certificate
03-2024

High School Diploma -

Matthew Flinders Girls College
11.2022

Skills

  • Highly developed interpersonal communication and front of house customer service skills
  • Excellent bar management abilities
  • Active, quick and efficient learner
  • Proven capacity in appropriate problem-solving and conflict resolution
  • Keen attention to detail to beverage and food preparation in compliance to health, liquor and venue codes
  • Expert multi-tasking and organisational skills
  • Proficiency in coaching and leadership abilities
  • Confident computer abilities using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Professional Suite and standard register programs
  • Calendar and Data Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bartender

Meredith Hotel
03.2024 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Mana/A2B Painters
03.2021 - 05.2023

Customer Service

The Boyz
11.2018 - 02.2022

RSG Certificate

RSA Certificate

High School Diploma -

Matthew Flinders Girls College
Devon Wicks