bartender resume example with 9+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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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, 03/2019 to 05/2020 Spritz – Las Vegas, NV,
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, 07/2015 to 03/2018 Spritz – Las Vegas, NV,
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, 09/2006 to 06/2009 Club Feast – New York, NY,
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, 09/1996 to 09/1999 Airborne Express – City, STATE,
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 merchandise in 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 Diploma: , Expected in 06/1991 to Manheim Central Senior High School - Manheim, PA GPA: Status -
Associates Degree Business And Management Restaura: Business Management Restaurants And Bars, Expected in 08/1993 to Penn State - Keystone, GPA: Status -
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Manheim Central Senior High School
Penn State
Job Titles Held:
Bartender
Bartender
Key Holding Manager
Delivery Driver
Degrees
High School Diploma
Associates Degree Business And Management Restaura