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Amanda J Salazar

Mesquite,TX
Amanda J Salazar

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Customer-oriented Bartender offering 5+ year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.

Hospitable Bartender committed to maximizing customer satisfaction and beverage sales. Talented in re-imagining classic cocktails and providing new culinary spin on drinks. Expertise in housekeeping and bar maintenance.

Motivated, service-oriented Bartender with over 6 years high-volume restaurant experience. Extensive wine, beer and cocktail knowledge. Creative with developing new mixology recipes.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Self Employed Services
Baton Rouge, LA

Karaoke DJ
10.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Organized and maintained a large music library.
  • Set up and tested audio equipment, such as microphones, amplifiers, mixers and speakers.
  • Provided technical support to guests during karaoke events.
  • Interacted with guests in a professional manner to ensure their enjoyment of the experience.
  • Ensured that all lyrics were appropriate for the age group present.
  • Checked sound levels regularly throughout performances to ensure optimal sound quality.
  • Managed requests from patrons for specific songs or genres of music.

Quarters
Baton Rouge , LA

Bartender
06.2016 - 09.2017

Job overview

  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.

Applebee's
Baton Rouge , LA

Bartender/Server Shift Leader
10.2013 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.

Education

Attleboro High School
Attleboro, MA

High School Diploma
06.2009

University Overview

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Networking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Audio Editing
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Timeline

Karaoke DJ
Self Employed Services
10.2017 - Current
Bartender
Quarters
06.2016 - 09.2017
Bartender/Server Shift Leader
Applebee's
10.2013 - 06.2016
Attleboro High School
High School Diploma
Amanda J Salazar