I was hired as a server, who quickly got promoted to bar and social media. Helped take pictures of our weekly specials.
Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
Bartender
Marker 37
Chester, CT
02.2022 - Current
Hired in February 2022 as a food runner. Promoted after 3 months to bartender. Took on an additional role in September 2022 managing the restaurant’s social media platforms.
Provide excellent customer service to bar guests while managing the service bar
Photograph, edit, and post to Facebook & Instagram on behalf of Marker 37
Operate POS system & manage cash drawer
Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
Comply with all food and beverage regulations
Bar Back
Sicily's Pizza And Buffet
Middletown, CT
02.2022 - 06.2022
Maintain clean bar & prep areas
Keep glasses, tools & alcohol stocked for three separate bars within the restaurant
Greet guests with friendliness and professionalism
Food Runner/Busser
Waters edge resort
Westbrook, CT
09.2021 - 12.2021
Expedite food orders, deliver food accurately & efficiently to guests in both the fine dining restaurant, casual outdoor dining & room service delivery
Assist with table clean-up & side-work.
Fulfill or delegate guest requests
Pizza Cook
Chillmark General Store
Chillmark, MA
05.2021 - 08.2021
Create large quantities of pizza dough and sauces from scratch daily
Prepare over 100 pizzas per shift in a fast paced environment
Responsible for providing consistency by following prep lists & recipes
Sous Chef
River Valley Provisions
Higganum, CT
10.2020 - 05.2021
Prepare consistent and high quality pre-made meals for customers
Safely handle the deli slicer throughout each shift
Provide excellent guest service in the front of house
Fry Cook
Livs Oyster Bar
Old Saybrook, CT
06.2019 - 09.2020
Prepare excellent meals in a high end, fast paced kitchen
Prep salads & signature desserts from scratch
Cook/Busser
The Pattaconk
Chester, CT
03.2019 - 06.2020
Responsible for food prep before and during each shift
Maintained cleanliness in both the Front & Back of House
Provide excellent guest service
Prep Cook
La Vita
East Haddam, CT
06.2017 - 10.2018
Prepare vegetables, meats, fish and other foods for serving
Responsible for cleaning kitchen, equipment, and utensils
Arranged ingredients attractively to prepare cold plate combinations
Education
High School Diploma - Basic course
Haddam-Killingworth High School
2016
Certification
Licensed DOT - 2022
Certified Bartender,mixologist, CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF BARTENDING - 2022
TIPS Certified
Skills
Hospitality & Communication
Customer Service
Food & Beverage Safety
Maintaining a continuously high level of productivity
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