Alecia Finno
West Babylon,NY
Summary
Reliable Bartender with background in both high-volume and intimate bar settings. Skills include mixology, customer service, cash handling, inventory management and team collaboration. Known for creating unique cocktails that enhance dining experience and increase customer satisfaction. Proven ability to improve bar operations and contribute to business growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Community Cafe
West Hempstead, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Bartender
Waitstills Tavern
East Meadow, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Bartender
Coasters Tavern
East Meadow, NY
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
Education
Certificate In Medical Coding And Billing - Medical Claims Examination
DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL06-2024
High School Diploma -
Plainedge Senior High School
Massapequa, NY06-2004
RHIT
DeVry University
Downers Grove, ILSome College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NYSkills
- Basic accounting
- Beverage Preparation
- Suggestive Selling
- Payment Processing
- Menu Memorization
- Health codes compliance
- Food Preparation
- Food Running
- Bar service preparation
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Order Management
- Beverage supply orders
- Professional Appearance
- Outgoing Personality
- Sales expertise
- Customer service expertise
Certification
- CCS Certificate, DeVry University, Chicago, IL 2024
• CCA Certificate, DeVry University, Chicago, IL 2024
• Health, Life, and Accidental Insurance License, P.O.S. Institute Westbury, NY 2010
• PNC Insurance License, Onsite School, Oceanside, NY 2010
• Notary Public, Hempstead, NY 2010
• Rising Star Award, Enigma Billing School, Richmond, VA 2005
Timeline
Bartender
Community Cafe
06.2024 - Current
Bartender
Waitstills Tavern
01.2024 - Current
Bartender
Coasters Tavern
01.2021 - 12.2023
Certificate In Medical Coding And Billing - Medical Claims Examination
DeVry University
High School Diploma -
Plainedge Senior High School
RHIT
DeVry University
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
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