Ruth Noonan
Newtown,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Capable bartender passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humour in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in bar and resturant establishments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Kiernan's Bar
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
Teacher
St. Michael's Secondary School
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Waitress
Glasson Village Restaurant
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Education - High School Teaching
Dublin City University
Dublin, Ireland.10.2022
High School Diploma -
Mercy Secondary School
Ballymahon, Longford, Ireland.06.2018
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Highly reliable and punctual
- Team player attitude
- Professional Service Standards
- Responsible Alcohol Service
Timeline
Teacher
St. Michael's Secondary School
01.2022 - 03.2024
Bartender
Kiernan's Bar
12.2021 - 04.2024
Waitress
Glasson Village Restaurant
04.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Education - High School Teaching
Dublin City University
High School Diploma -
Mercy Secondary School
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