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BARTENDER
Summary

Customer-oriented restaurant professional well-versed in liquor, beer and specialty drinks. Diligent about restocking supplies and keeping customer areas clean. Ready to take on new professional challenge and learn new skills at [Company].

Friendly [Job Title] with expertise in concocting cocktail drinks and alcoholic beverages. Familiarity with numerous drinking-making techniques. Capable of maintaining composure when under pressure and tending to [Number]-square-foot [Type] bar. Offering [Number] years of experience in providing patrons with superior service.

Responsible [Job Title] 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.

Reliable and hardworking [Job Title] familiar with working alone or with team to serve more than [Number] customers per shift. Experienced in supporting servers, delivering food and bussing tables. Good interpersonal and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments.

Hands-on [Job Title] successful at consistently delivering highest quality service. Fast and efficient worker capable of going extra mile to sell more and keep customers satisfied. Well-versed in specialty drink preparation, including [Type] and [Type] specialty drinks.

Well-rounded Bartender with wide-range history in the service industry. Bringing passion for the industry and fun, positive attitude with unwavering commitment to customer service.

Seasoned Bartender with [Number] years of service at a high-end sports bar. Provide full food and cocktail service for large groups and sporting events. Looking for an opportunity to expand knowledge base and experience.

Skills
  • Maintaining glassware stock
  • Proficient in mixology
  • Outstanding customer service
Experience
Bartender
City, StateCompany Name/Mar 2019 to May 2020
  • Prepared and served over [Number] drinks per shift in high-volume [Type] environment.
  • Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and kept work areas stocked to maintain workflow efficiently.
  • Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
  • Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
  • Collected food, wine and appetizer orders from patrons and promoted upsell items.
  • Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements needed for purchase of alcohol.
  • Filled ice bins [Number] throughout shift and cleaned them [Number] times weekly.
  • Checked patrons' identification to ensure minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
  • Promoted customer safety by maintaining current list of available ride services for inebriated customers.
Bartender
City, StateCompany Name/Jul 2015 to Mar 2018
  • Prepared and served over [Number] drinks per shift in high-volume [Type] environment.
  • Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
  • Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and kept work areas stocked to maintain workflow efficiently.
  • Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
  • Collected food, wine and appetizer orders from patrons and promoted upsell items.
  • Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements needed for purchase of alcohol.
  • Restocked beer and liquor on regular schedule and after special events to prepare for forecasted needs.
  • Worked with management to plan and implement special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Filled ice bins [Number] throughout shift and cleaned them [Number] times weekly.
  • Checked patrons' identification to ensure minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
  • Promoted customer safety by maintaining current list of available ride services for inebriated customers.
  • Promoted products to customers to enhance bill totals with high-profit items.
  • Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
  • Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies, including straws, garnishes, ice, glassware and napkins.
  • Helped drive average ticket increases of [Number]% by upselling customers from shelf to premium brands.
  • Reduced inventory losses by creating new drink menu items to move older products.
  • Managed up to [Number] customers per shift while simultaneously assisting [Number] restaurant servers.
  • Reinvented classic cocktails [Type] and [Type] to complement new menu options.
  • Produced and balanced daily and weekly sales reports to assess and coordinate staff.
  • Kept close track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area seamlessly, providing pleasant dining experience to customers and smoothing process for wait staff.
  • Advertised, marketed and recommended drink options to guests to increase guest satisfaction.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands and high-margin signature recipes, driving average sales increases of [Number]%.
  • Lowered liquor costs [Number]% by leading training on precision pouring and waste reduction to team of [Number] bartenders.
  • Processed $[Amount] in daily revenue on average day with totals as high as $[Amount] during special events and promotions.
  • Inventoried glass and stemware and cut costs by [Number]% through effective inventory management.
  • Processed over [Number] transactions daily using cards, cash and voucher payment systems, applying any eligible coupons or promotions.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports to support financial and administrative objectives.
  • Engaged in small talk with over [Number] patrons per day to build rapport and earn repeat business.
  • Optimized bar inventory and storage to effectively meet expected business levels with adequate stock of alcohol, soft drinks and other supplies.
  • Trained [Number] new bartenders in [Year] to increase knowledge of drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Supported servers by preparing specialty drinks for patrons in all areas of establishment.
  • Made product recommendations to customers based on preference, food pairings and special promotions.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Introduced [Type] promotion to menu, increasing monthly sales [Number]%.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Monitored patrons to keep alcohol consumption in designated areas.
  • Prepared over [Number] mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages for average of [Number] patrons per shift.
  • Maintained tight financial controls with highly accurate daily registers.
  • Created list of signature items to increase overall revenue.
  • Collected and polished glassware, keeping adequate stock for expected customer loads.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest in mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Key Holding Manager
City, StateCompany Name/Sep 2006 to Jun 2009
  • Hired, trained, supervised and motivated team of [Number] retail professionals to provide knowledgeable and fast service to every guest.
  • Mentored newly hired [Job title]s in upselling techniques, [Skill] and [Skill] to improve sales expertise.
  • Reviewed inventory and sales records, tracked trends and reported on activities to senior management for use in key decision making.
  • Taught staff how to handle difficult situations with calm and professionalism.
  • Cultivated lucrative relationships with clients through active engagement, issue resolution and [Skill] talents.
  • Processed credit card payments and counted back change and currency with [Number]% accuracy rate.
Delivery Driver
City, StateCompany Name/Sep 1996 to Sep 1999
  • Exceeded productivity goals by [Number]% through effective routing and planning.
  • Directed efficient product loading and checked load balance to prevent on-the-road incidents.
  • Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
  • Went [Number] days operating motor vehicles without accident.
  • Maintained [Number] long-term customer accounts worth over $[Amount] through exceptional customer service.
  • Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklist before first delivery with [Number]% accuracy rate.
  • Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
  • Loaded and unloaded [Number] trailers each day.
  • Picked up and delivered cargo in tractor-trailer with expert knowledge of roads, highways and interstates.
  • Consulted with customers to gain feedback and address concerns with products or services.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
  • Reviewed over [Number] daily delivery documents and orders and reported any errors found on delivery documents to supervisor.
  • Satisfied recordkeeping demands with accurate invoicing, shipping paperwork coordination and daily logs outlining field activities.
  • Safely operated and maintained heavy equipment, including forklifts, stair climbers and pallet jacks.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork efficiently.
  • Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
  • Completed [Number] pre- and post-trip truck inspections to report and record any defects or malfunctions.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Checked vehicle's fluid levels and tire pressure and scheduled any required repairs.
  • Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits to stay on top of paperwork requirements.
  • Coordinated with [Job title] to get delivery route information and changes.
  • Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes with GPS.
  • Inspected and maintained gas, oil and water levels as well as tires, lights and brakes.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including [Type] and [Type] to keep truck functional.
  • Notified branch management of any vehicle safety concerns and issues.
  • Reported [Type] and [Type] incidents to [Job title] for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
  • Unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
  • Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and vendor locations.
  • Answered customer questions regarding shipments.
  • Resolved customer complaints and adjusted orders.
  • Handled merchandisein accordance with product handling standards.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints effectively by [Action].
  • Positioned blocks and ties around items to secure cargo during transit.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaManheim Central Senior High SchoolJun 1991City, State
Associates Degree Business And Management Restaura: Business Management Restaurants And BarsPenn StateAug 1993City
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Manheim Central Senior High School
  • Penn State

Job Titles Held:

  • Bartender
  • Key Holding Manager
  • Delivery Driver

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Associates Degree Business And Management Restaura : Business Management Restaurants And Bars

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