Bartender Resume Example Fusion Eats

BARTENDER

Professional Summary

Enthusiastic restaurant professional with expertise in mixology, beer, liquor and wine along with solid background in team leadership and business decision making. 10 years in field with strong desire to drive business success. Capable Bartender/Waitress passionate about serving in warm, efficient and courteous manner while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in Food and Beverage establishments.

Work History

Fusion Eats - BartenderHouston, TX02/2019 - 09/2020

Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls.
Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
Stayed up-to-date on state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and maintained 100% compliance for inspections.

Boss Cats - Bartender /ServerHouston, TX01/2018 - 02/2019

Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Closed out cash register with 100% accuracy and prepared cashier report.
Requested official identification for 21 and over purchases and verified details, consistently meeting strict legal standards of underage sales.
Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
Performed complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Kept server areas clean and stocked during service hours to increase efficiency while serving tables.
Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
Stayed up to date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information, answer questions and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers.
Tended bar at special events and directed team to provide exceptional service for weddings, business meetings and society gatherings.

Hooters - Cocktail Waitress/Lead BartenderLas Vegas, NV06/2015 - 01/2018

Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management
Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty
Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages
Maintained clean and organized bar area, including bar tables and chairs
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests
Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to deliver prompt, courteous service to patrons
Ensured superior service and efficiency at all times
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs
Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment
Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs
Maintained strong reputation of efficiency and accuracy, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers

Masterpiece Cuisine - Event CoordinatorLas Vegas, NV08/2012 - 08/2015

Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events
Fostered relationships with local and national wedding suppliers to obtain best price, quality, and delivery of products
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions
Coordinated florists, photographers, videographers, musicians, officiants and ceremony participants during rehearsals and pre-ceremony, ceremony and reception events
Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination
Streamlined event efficiencies by accurately coordinating and managing customer itineraries
Ensured exceptional guest experiences through attentive service
Engaged in suggestive selling and other sales techniques
Checked dining area supplies, including linens and wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock
Monitored temperature of cases, shelves and storage areas and reported failures to manager
Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests
Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas
Created and managed knowledge base to offer staff and customers immediate informational access to products, services and organization

Skills

Liquor, beer and wine knowledge
Knowledge of craft and microbrews
Menu memorization
Bar terminology expertise

Upselling techniques
High-volume dining
Knowledge of Identification regulations
Banquet coordination

Education

Expected in 04/2021Ashford UniversitySan Diego, CABachelor of Science: Computer Science

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Fusion Eats
Boss Cats
Hooters
Masterpiece Cuisine

School Attended

Ashford University

Job Titles Held:

Bartender
Bartender /Server
Cocktail Waitress/Lead Bartender
Event Coordinator

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Computer Science

Bartender Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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