bartender resume example with 2+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Responsible bartender skilled at making custom drinks and maximizing business revenues with top-notch service. Work well with team members to meet all customer needs in fast-paced environments. Good money handling, problem-solving and time management abilities. Hands-on Lead Bartender successful at consistently delivering highest quality service. Fast and efficient worker goes extra mile to sell more and keep customers satisfied. Well-versed in specialty drink preparation, including specialty drinks. Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations. Maintain smooth, efficient and profitable bar by consistently meeting customer needs while controlling costs. Knowledgeable about all types of beer, liquor and mixed drinks. ServeSafe-certified and experienced in monitoring guests for signs of extreme intoxication.
Skills
Proficient in mixology
Beer, wine
Alcohol ordering
Safe serving knowledge
Extensive spirits knowledge
Health codes compliance
Suggestive selling
Maintaining glassware stock
Anticipating guest needs
Outstanding customer service
Marketing and sales experience
Conversant in English
Licensed RSV
Employee training
Basic accounting
Food service
Able to stand 8 plus hours
Courteous
Organizational ability
Service-oriented mindset
Outgoing personality
Cash register operation
Cash and credit transactions
Maintaining a clean bar
Balancing the cash register
Food preparation
Experience
02/2021 to 11/2021BartenderDave & Buster's, Inc. | Maple Grove, MN,
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
Met customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies.
Balanced tills, handled cash, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
Prepared new garnishes, juices and other perishables daily.
Interacted with customers, completed transactions and maintained work areas according to relevant professional standards and codes.
Created unique cocktails for special events.
Created rapport with new and returning patrons to foster guest satisfaction.
Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
Cleaned tables after service and quickly resetting supplies to maintain restaurant and service flow.
Received cash and card payments for balances owed.
Kept supplies stored in proper locations according to health code standards.
Monitored patron alcohol consumption to encourage safety.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Made alcohol and beverage orders for clients.
Offered preferred tables and other special accommodations to VIP customers.
05/2021 to 08/2021ManagerBuffalo Wild Wings | Woodridge, IL,
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Implemented special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Ordered inventory to meet expected demand with adequate stock.
Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers.
Produced and balanced daily and weekly sales reports.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Lowered liquor costs by training bar staff on precision pouring and waste reduction.
Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
03/2015 to 12/2016Liquor ManagerAlbertsons Companies | Washington, DC,
Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
Followed safety protocols and company processes and procedures.
Enforced safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
Handled liquor and wine overstock, restocking and inventory control.
Utilized excellent math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
Aided in negotiation with vendors and suppliers to reduce overall costs.
Distributed in-depth progress and status reports to upper management and other appropriate stakeholders.
Improved department operations and reduced costs by downsizing amount of overstocked liquor and wine in warehouse that was there when I took the position
Education and Training
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