Allison Carriker
Lyndhurst,NJ
Summary
Highly ambitious bartender with nine years of hospitality experience, known for a sociable personality, goal-oriented mindset, and diversified experience in multiple major cities. Demonstrated background as a highly-skilled professional in the hospitality industry with a gift for connecting with people and leaving a long-lasting impression.
Currently seeking an employment opportunity for the months of April to September every year, as the peak season (September to March) comes to an end in New York City. A great fit for an employer seeking reliable, collaborative, responsible, guest-oriented professionals for high-volume, challenging settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Stout (Penn Station)
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Provides memorable experiences to guests from all walks of life, including tourists, NYC commuters, and Madison Square Garden visitors, in a high-volume Irish pub two blocks from Penn Station.
- Balances daily registers, generates sales reports, and completes regular bar inventories for management.
- Works successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals, contribute to the community through charities and volunteer events, and uphold Stout's reputation as a bustling scene that upholds high standards of quality, excitement, and cleanliness.
- Maintains updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training regarding beer knowledge, mixology trends, and safety regulations.
- Received a compliment from Taylor Swift for serving her a 'delicious' mint julep cocktail.
Bartender
Porta
Montclair, NJ
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Suggested optimal wine and cocktail pairings to complement Neapolitan-style Italian cuisine in a fast-paced restaurant and lounge.
- Communicated seamlessly with barbacks, servers, and kitchen staff to ensure that guest needs are met.
- Developed a thorough understanding of menu components to enhance guest experience through tailored suggestions.
- Monitored dining room to ensure optimal guest satisfaction and compliance with dining etiquette.
Bartender
Jason Aldean's
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Quickly and accurately mixed cocktails/shooters at a live music venue in Broadway's tourist district, consistently achieving an average of $9,000 in sales per 8-hour shift.
- Complied with state and city regulations for responsible alcohol service in an area heavily monitored by ABC.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Ensured that all orders were entered into the point-of-sale system accurately before being given to guests in a high-volume venue, catering to a crowd of tourists, bachelorettes, and music enthusiasts, including celebrities.
- Provided bottle service to Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood on New Years Eve in 2023.
Bartender
The Shannon
Hoboken, NJ
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Advanced from part-time to full-time in one month by driving attendance through event and special promotions, turning slow Sunday shifts into bustling weekends.
- Mastered high-volume bartending in a dynamic Irish Pub with large crowds, loud music, and rapid guest turnover.
- Monitored customer drink levels and suggested additional drink purchases at appropriate times to boost sales.
- Communicated with security staff to de-escalate customer conflicts and remove customers if necessary.
- Promoted bar specials and events through social media, while maintaining positive relationships with a large network of regulars.
Skills
ServSafe Food Handler Certificate
TIPS Certified by ABC
- Responsible alcohol service
- Drink preparation techniques
- Beer and wine recommendations
- Clear and effective communication
- Memory retention
- Changing beer kegs
- Hospitality service expertise
- Team player attitude
- Customer service expertise
- Bar cleanliness per health inspection standards
REFERENCES
Elizabeth Nelis ~ Manager at Stout Penn Station ~ 347-601-6027
Antonio Caruso ~ Manager at Porta Montclair ~ 201-240-3634
Tommy West ~ Operations Manager at Jason Aldean's ~ 615-598-0179
Patrick Lane ~ Owner of The Shannon Hoboken ~ 862-210-2724
Timeline
Bartender
Stout (Penn Station)
01.2025 - Current
Bartender
Porta
03.2023 - 12.2024
Bartender
Jason Aldean's
07.2021 - 02.2023
Bartender
The Shannon
08.2018 - 03.2020
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