server bartender resume example with 9+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Highly skilled server with 9+ yrs of experience. I am comfortable working in fast pace/ high volume establishments. Successfully at time management and problem solving under pressure. I also have great customer service skills and can take orders accurately while offering other items and up selling. I have taken and feel comfortable with parties of 2-30 by myself, and know that the guests receive everything they need/want in a timely manneror. ( i have taken parties of 80 with another server).
Skills
- Apply food handling rules.
- Apply health/sanitation standards.
- balance a cash register.
- mix drink.
- pour draft beers.
- knowledge of pos systems.
- prepare bills/checks.
- receive payment and make accurate change.
- serve food and beverages in a restaurant or bar.
- set up; clear dining area.
- understand government health and food regulations.
- use cash registers.
- serve food &/or beverages to patrons at the bar or tables.
- great communication skills.
- able to problem solve in high stress environments.
Experience
02/2020 to CurrentServer/bartenderSage Hospitality Resources, Llp | North Bethesda, MD,
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
09/2015 to CurrentServerLive Nation Entertainment Inc | Camden, NJ,
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
Checked patrons' identification to monitor minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Answered phone inquiries, scheduled and confirmed reservations.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
05/2017 to 07/2019Server/bartenderSage Hospitality Resources, Llp | Novi, MI,
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Reviewed identification for patrons before serving alcoholic drinks.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
Answered phone inquiries, scheduled and confirmed reservations.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
08/2011 to 06/2015ServerLive Nation Entertainment Inc | Phoenix, AZ,
Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
Answered phone inquiries, scheduled and confirmed reservations.
Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2011 to to High School Diploma | New Bedford High School, New Bedford, MAGPA: Status -
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