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Summar Marginson

Berkeley Vale

Summary

Experienced bartender with 8 years of industry knowledge and a strong desire to transition into a new career position. Possesses extensive skills in drink preparation, exceptional customer service abilities, and effective communication talent. Ready to contribute these valuable qualities immediately upon starting in a new role.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender Supervisor

The Tall Timbers Hotel
06.2023 - Current
  • Fostered strong relationships with regular patrons through personalized service that encouraged repeat business.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring compliance with local health regulations.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.

Disability Support Worker

N.D.I.S
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
  • Transported clients to and from medical and mental health appointments with assigned vehicle.
  • Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Maintained organized filing system for client records, providing complete documentation of all interactions.
  • Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
  • Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
  • Transported patients safely to social activities and doctors appointments.
  • Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.

Bartender

Royal Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2022
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
  • Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.

Receptionist

Tattoo Cartel
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Arranged schedules for management to meet with clients and business partners
  • Composed, sent, received, and distributed correspondence through letters and emails
  • Created and organized training materials for various office positions
  • Handled customer questions and complaints with professional courtesy
  • Inventoried office supplies and managed ordering of new supplies whenever required
  • Juggled answering phones while attending to clients in person
  • Organized and managed customer invoices and payments
  • Prepared weekly logs of business activity
  • Trained in [software program], including exceptional knowledge of [software program] and [software program].
  • Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.

Bar Tender

Chittaway Motel
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Assisted hosts and hostesses with seating of guests during rush times
  • Calculated check amounts and split checks when parties requested separate checks
  • Completed all side work after completion of dining service
  • Completed an entire food service and training course when hired as a restaurant server
  • Delivered outstanding customer service by serving food and drinks to guests
  • Demonstrated responsible alcohol serving practices by checking guest identification and ensuring that guests were not over served
  • Effectively maintained a clean working environment during shift
  • Ensured all meals served to patrons met quality standards
  • Helped resolve guest problems by remaining positive, friendly and respectful
  • Increased check average amount [number %] by working to upsell various food and drink items to patrons
  • Memorized an extensive menu of over [number] food items, [number] drinks and all ingredients
  • Practiced safe food handling procedures by washing hands regularly and using gloves when preparing salads or desserts
  • Recommended entrée or drink choices to guests by listening to their preferences and concerns
  • Supported new marketing and advertising campaigns developed by management in order to propel dining establishment to the top [number %] of the market
  • Used the point of sale, or POS, system to place orders and print checks.

Bar Tender/ Fine Dining Service

The Entrance Lake House
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
  • Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
  • Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
  • Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies
  • Developed and implemented tailored service plans to the needs of particular clients
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
  • Followed up with customers ensuring their satisfaction with their purchases
  • Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
  • Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.

Bar Tender

Bay Hotel Motel
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Assisted hosts and hostesses with seating of guests during rush times
  • Calculated check amounts and split checks when parties requested separate checks
  • Completed all side work after completion of dining service
  • Completed an entire food service and training course when hired as a restaurant server
  • Delivered outstanding customer service by serving food and drinks to guests
  • Demonstrated responsible alcohol serving practices by checking guest identification and ensuring that guests were not over served
  • Effectively maintained a clean working environment during shift
  • Ensured all meals served to patrons met quality standards
  • Helped resolve guest problems by remaining positive, friendly and respectful
  • Increased check average amount [number %] by working to upsell various food and drink items to patrons
  • Memorized an extensive menu of over [number] food items, [number] drinks and all ingredients
  • Practiced safe food handling procedures by washing hands regularly and using gloves when preparing salads or desserts
  • Recommended entrée or drink choices to guests by listening to their preferences and concerns
  • Used the point of sale, or POS, system to place orders and print checks.

Bar Tender

Hotel Illawarra
03.2017 - 05.2017
  • Calculated check amounts and split checks when parties requested separate checks
  • Completed all side work after completion of dining service
  • Delivered outstanding customer service by serving food and drinks to guests
  • Demonstrated responsible alcohol serving practices by checking guest identification and ensuring that guests were not over served
  • Effectively maintained a clean working environment during shift
  • Helped resolve guest problems by remaining positive, friendly and respectful
  • Increased check average amount [number %] by working to upsell various food and drink items to patrons
  • Memorized an extensive menu of over [number] food items, [number] drinks and all ingredients
  • Recommended entrée or drink choices to guests by listening to their preferences and concerns
  • Used the point of sale, or POS, system to place orders and print checks.

Kitchen Hand

Kanandah
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
  • Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
  • Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
  • Followed up with customers ensuring their satisfaction with their purchases
  • Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
  • Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.

Bar Tender/ Waitress

Club Mudgee
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
  • Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
  • Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
  • Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies
  • Conducted market research to learn of current trends and to perform sales activities accordingly
  • Developed and implemented tailored service plans to the needs of particular clients
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
  • Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
  • Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
  • Facilitated the implementation of [Process, project or program] by communicating objectives across client, teams, and departments, assigning multi-phase activities to appropriate personnel and coordinating time lines to ensure successful launch
  • Followed up with customers ensuring their satisfaction with their purchases
  • Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
  • Identified prospective customers through use of business directories, conferences, trade shows and by following existing clients' leads
  • Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.

Kitchen hand/Waitress

Commercial Hotel
07.2014 - 12.2014
  • Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
  • Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
  • Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
  • Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies
  • Conducted market research to learn of current trends and to perform sales activities accordingly
  • Contacted existing and new customers to discover their needs and to explain how certain products could be useful to them
  • Developed and implemented tailored service plans to the needs of particular clients
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
  • Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
  • Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
  • Followed up with customers ensuring their satisfaction with their purchases
  • Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
  • Identified prospective customers through use of business directories, conferences, trade shows and by following existing clients' leads
  • Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.

Kitchen hand

Bay Hotel Motel
11.2012 - 06.2013
  • Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
  • Collaborated with colleagues to discuss market information and strategies
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers
  • Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
  • Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
  • Followed up with customers ensuring their satisfaction with their purchases
  • Fulfilled administrative duties, including: completing and filing paperwork, directing a multi-line phone and setting appointments
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
  • Informed customers about current promotions and sales, encouraging them to take advantage.

Customer Service Assistant

Lucky, Convenience
11.2011 - 05.2012
  • Store |,
  • Accurately completed cash register transactions
  • Adhered to all store retail procedures and policies
  • Championed promotional items to achieve sales goals
  • Cleaned shelves, tables, and counters
  • Educated customers about product options to exceed their experience.
  • Facilitated stock management and inventory, conducting routine inventory audits and cycle counts.
  • Represented the store as an ambassador in a positive and professional manner
  • Served multiple customers simultaneously in a stressful environment.

Education

CERTIFICATES RSA RCG Tab Course Complete -

Current First Aid

Tuggerah

Cert II Hospitality -

Gorokan High School
Gorokan, NSW
10.2011

Cert I Retail -

Gorokan High School
Gorokan, NSW
10.2011

Skills

  • Effective Memory Retention
  • Excellent communication ability
  • Understanding of Food Safety Regulations
  • Supportive Attitude
  • Effective Multi-Tasking
  • Approachable Team Member
  • POS system knowledge
  • Positive attitude
  • Top organizational skills
  • Task delegation
  • Daily living assistance
  • Strong multitasking

Education and Training

other

References


REFERENCES 

Hope Fewings Hair Dresser PH: 0487112621 (Work) 

Aimee Watkins Pub Manager PH:0406935480 (Work)

Mitchel Wilkins Factory Worker PH: 0423 199 921 (Personal)

Sharmayne Fewings Registered Nurse PH:0423 929 946 (Personal)

Certification

Current RSA RCG TAB

certificate II retail

certificate II Hospitality

Current First aid


Timeline

Bartender Supervisor

The Tall Timbers Hotel
06.2023 - Current

Disability Support Worker

N.D.I.S
01.2022 - 05.2023

Bartender

Royal Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2022

Receptionist

Tattoo Cartel
12.2019 - 02.2020

Bar Tender

Chittaway Motel
12.2018 - 12.2019

Bar Tender/ Fine Dining Service

The Entrance Lake House
06.2018 - 12.2018

Bar Tender

Bay Hotel Motel
07.2017 - 09.2018

Bar Tender

Hotel Illawarra
03.2017 - 05.2017

Kitchen Hand

Kanandah
09.2016 - 02.2017

Bar Tender/ Waitress

Club Mudgee
08.2015 - 07.2016

Kitchen hand/Waitress

Commercial Hotel
07.2014 - 12.2014

Kitchen hand

Bay Hotel Motel
11.2012 - 06.2013

Customer Service Assistant

Lucky, Convenience
11.2011 - 05.2012

CERTIFICATES RSA RCG Tab Course Complete -

Current First Aid

Tuggerah

Cert I Retail -

Gorokan High School

Cert II Hospitality -

Gorokan High School
Summar Marginson