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BARTENDER
Professional Summary

Veteran restaurant employee with progressive experience in the hospitality industry for 15+ years. Consistently contributes to dynamic teams at high-volume, fast-paced establishments. Knowledgeable about bar operations practices and bringing natural leadership and top-notch planning abilities. Focused on profit maximization through improved cost controls and strategic promotions. Talents include building strong teams and training employees in customer service and sales. Dependable and driven with independent approach to handling high-volume customer loads. Well-versed in assisting wait staff with drinks and food orders. Excellent relationship-builder and multitasker always ready to support team needs.

Skills
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Ordering Bar Supplies
  • Menu Memorization
  • Liquor, Beer and Wine Knowledge
  • Health Codes Compliance
  • Sales
  • Cash Handling
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Point of Sale Systems
  • Dining Room Management
  • Performance improvement
  • Staff Management
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Budgeting
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Recruitment
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Passion for customer satisfaction
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Natural leader
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team Building
  • Workflow planning
Work History
Bartender, 09/2020 to Current
Company Name – City, State
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies for accuracy.
  • Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
  • Received beverage orders nightly from wait staff and delivered beverages to guests while keeping up with bar orders.
  • Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
  • Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve food and drinks
Server/Bartender/Manager, 09/2015 to 06/2020
Company Name – City, State
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Increased sales by upselling to customers.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new Front of the house employees.
  • Developed succession plans and promotion paths for all staff.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through continual communication.
  • Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Drove excellent customer service through coaching, role modeling and incorporating customer feedback to reinforce and improve quality of service.
  • Submitted payroll for 20+ member team, including direct deposit and server gratuity reports.
  • Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
  • Performed cash handling activities, including making change, cashing out register drawers and securing nightly bank deposits.
  • Created new hiring, training and promoting process to decrease turnover and increase productivity
Server/Bartender/Shift Lead, 08/2012 to 09/2015
Company Name – City, State
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
Server/Bartender, 04/2008 to 07/2012
Company Name – City, State
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Replenished food items and other supplies, which included paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
Education
High School Diploma: 08/2008
Desert Vista High School - City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Desert Vista High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Bartender
  • Server/Bartender/Manager
  • Server/Bartender/Shift Lead
  • Server/Bartender

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 08/2008

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