Akiara Thomas
Houston,TX
Summary
Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Sugar Factory
Houston , TX
2024.06 - Current
- Maintained strict adherence to sanitation protocols for bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Engaged in regular team meetings fostering dialogue to establish alignment with management's goals and objectives.
- Compliance with recipe standards for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
Server
Juicy Crab
Houston , Tex
2023.01 - 2024.08
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX2025-07
Skills
- Payment Processing
- Suggestive Selling
- Food Service
- Basic accounting
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Food Running
- Outstanding customer service
- Able to stand 12 hours
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Service-oriented mindset
- Organizational ability
- Sales expertise
- Customer service expertise
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- SketchUp expertise
- AutoCAD certification
- Interior design
- Hand sketching
- Runway walking
Certification
- TABC
- FOOD HANDLERS
Affiliations
- GYM
- PAINTING/DRAWING
- BIBLE STUDY
- MODEL
Timeline
Bartender
Sugar Factory
2024.06 - Current
Server
Juicy Crab
2023.01 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Houston - Downtown
- TABC
- FOOD HANDLERS
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