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Summary

Trustworthy Head Bartender with supervision and managerial experience. Creative, spunky and energetic. Offers attentive service to each customer and expertly leads bartenders. Versed in free pouring, blending techniques and preparing drinks true to recipe. Computer literate, positive attitude and sound communication skills. Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations.

Skills
  • Measurement accuracy
  • Garnish preparation
  • Knowledge of spirits
  • Reconciling cash drawers
  • Sharp memory
  • Maintaining glassware stock
  • Suggestive selling
  • Anticipating guest needs
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Outgoing personality
  • Courteous
  • Excellent judgment
  • Cash register operation
  • Cash and credit transactions
  • Balancing the cash register
  • Food service
  • Extensive wine knowledge
Experience
Head Bartender
City, StateCompany Name/August to Nov 2012
  • Handled complaints and disputes from customers to promote customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered exceptional bar service for special events such as weddings, business conferences and society receptions.
  • Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, 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.
  • Implemented special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
  • Designed and implemented new cocktails to drive customer interest and sales numbers.
  • Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Server
City, StateCompany Name/Jun 2010 to Jun 2010
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
  • Greeted newly seated guests promptly, filled water glasses and brought bread to table.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Provided timely checks on guest needs and brought requests.
  • Calculated accurate bill amounts and processed cash and credit card payments.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Server
City, StateCompany Name/Feb 2007 to May 2010
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
  • Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Greeted newly seated guests promptly, filled water glasses and brought bread to table.
  • Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room.
  • Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
  • Reset tables between guests, including refilling condiments and wiping down all surfaces.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Handled special customer requests such as separate checks and menu substitutions.
  • Minimized customer wait times by taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Provided timely checks on guest needs and brought requests.
  • Calculated accurate bill amounts and processed cash and credit card payments.
  • Restocked tables, wait staff areas and order staging areas.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Refilled drinks at [Number] tables throughout service areas, checking in with diners about specific needs.
  • Welcomed incoming patrons and seated at optimal locations based on individual preferences and server balancing requirements.
  • Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: Criminal JusticeIndiana Wesleyan UniversityJun 2021City
Bachelor of Science: Criminal JusticeIndiana Wesleyan UniversityExpected in Aug 2022City
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School Attended

  • Indiana Wesleyan University

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  • Head Bartender
  • Server

Degrees

  • Associate of Science : Criminal Justice
    Bachelor of Science : Criminal Justice

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