Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Waitress
C.Y. O'Connor Village Pub
02.2021 - 06.2021
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift and taking inventory.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender/Waitress
Lakers Tavern
02.2019 - 02.2021
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift and taking inventory.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
Education
No Degree -
Karamu High School
Hastings, New Zealand
Skills
Beverage Preparation
Menu Memorization
Food Preparation
Food Running
Payment Processing
Food Service
Handling Difficult Customers
Suggestive Selling
Health Codes Compliance
Hospitality Service Expertise
Engaging Personality
Cash Register Operation
Changing Beer Kegs
Dining Room Management
Ordering Procedures
Highly Reliable
Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
Organizational Ability
Classic Cocktails
Responsible Alcohol Service
Service-Oriented Mindset
Wine and Liquor Knowledge
Performance Improvement
Clear and Effective Communication
Outgoing Personality
Customer Service
Team Training and Development
Making Change
Creative Mixology
Complex Problem-Solving
Inventory
Preparing Garnishes
Knowledge of Craft and Microbrews
Timeline
Bartender/Waitress
C.Y. O'Connor Village Pub
02.2021 - 06.2021
Bartender/Waitress
Lakers Tavern
02.2019 - 02.2021
No Degree -
Karamu High School
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